- Fire On The Mountain -
Modern, updated mountain cottage with spectacular year-round views! Located atop Aerie Ridge in charming Fairview, this unique home is just 15 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 20 minutes from all Asheville has to offer. Beautifully decorated with hygge influences. Unrivaled mountaintop atmosphere with on-top-of-the-world vantage point and privacy. With views of Mt. Pisgah and beyond, and breathtaking sunsets, this is a true retreat away from the busy world you'll leave far behind.
- The Space -
Experience life from on top of the world. Filled with sleek & stylish touches throughout, Fire On The Mountain offers spectacular year-round mountain views along with a deck, charcoal grill & outdoor fire pit to enjoy—the perfect spot for that annual group get-together or a much-needed couples' getaway! The home’s name was inspired by the brilliant sunset views that reveal themselves daily over the mountain ridges; it’s also the name of the owners’ favorite Grateful Dead song.
Enjoy beautiful vistas of the trees and mountaintops from all bedrooms; also from the home’s living, kitchen, dining, and loft area (through the angled skylights). From sunup to sundown, the natural scenery, clouds & skyline constantly unfold & surround the home in surprising & delightful arrangements.
Bedroom Arrangements & Bed Sizes:
Bedroom 1: Main Level - King Bed (private bathroom w. tub/shower)
Bedroom 2: Second Level - Queen Bed (shared bathroom w. tub/shower)
Bedroom 3: Second Level - Queen Bed (shared bathroom w. tub/shower)
Single: Second Level Loft - Twin Daybed
**PLEASE NOTE - this home has a very steep & narrow, paved driveway - we recommend arrival during daylight hours. To get to this top-of-the-world destination, you will follow the driveway with twists & turns up the mountain. Getting there is part of the adventure and most visitors say it's well worth the journey.
- Other Items to Note -
Fire On The Mountain is located less than 30 minutes from the quaint towns of Lake Lure & Chimney Rock in the quiet community of Fairview, dotted with picturesque farmland that’s open to the public. Just 5 minutes from the home is local-favorite, Hickory Nut Gap Farm, best known for its meat supply to the finest farm-to-table restaurants in the AVL area & as a stop along the WNC Cheese Trail. The farm also hosts seasonal events & festivals. For more farm fun, the sustainable Flying Cloud Farm is just 5 minutes away where you can treat yourself to a vibrant U-pick bouquet of native flowers & a bushel of fresh berries when in season.
Take a 20-minute drive to the eccentric & trendy city of Asheville, where you can lose yourself within a host of unique shops, art galleries, award-winning restaurants & local breweries. You may also journey into the historic and tree-lined streets of Biltmore Village where you can soak in the period architecture, shop custom-designed jewelry, clothing & home accessories, or dine at one of the fantastic farm-to-table restaurants. Biltmore Village is located minutes from the iconic Biltmore Estate, America's Largest Home.
Fire On The Mountain is a quick 15-minute drive to the entrance of the Blue Ridge Parkway where you can drive for miles & take in breathtaking seasonal views, with countless viewing stops & trails for scenic hiking.
For nearby area hiking, check out Bearwallow Mountain Trail, an easy 1-mile hike that reaches a grassy meadow at its summit & features a nearly 360° view that includes Mt. Mitchell and Mt. Pisgah (you can also see Mt. Pisgah from the home). Stroll through the wildflowers & picnic alongside the grazing cattle that call this mountaintop home.
After your hike, reward yourself with a cold craft beer from Whistlehop Brewing. Nestled on a sprawling 3 acres, this family-friendly train-themed taproom offers a 6-hole mini-golf course & other fun activities including disc golf, connect 4, a half-scale bowling lane, bocce, a giant culvert slide & soccer area. Gather around the fire pit & take in beautiful mountain views from the covered open-air deck while enjoying a selection of rotating food trucks. Also nearby, Turgua Brewing is situated beside Cane Creek, offering live music & regular food trucks, along with craft ciders, meads & ales.
