Notes from the host
Charming Handmade Retreat
This quirky, multi-level, ecological house is ideal for enjoying a getaway in the great outdoors.
-5 wooded acres
-covered terraces for al fresco dining
-books and games galore
-giant picture windows
-wood burning stove
-fire ring (with firewood provided)
-gas range in fully stocked kitchen
-laundry on-site
-smart TV with Hulu, Netflix, and other apps
-15 minutes from Chapel Hill, UNC Memorial Hospital, Saxapahaw and Pittsboro
Our photographer described this place as "Cozy and super charming. Lots of windows and great art make it feel warm and inviting." There are more windows in this house than in most houses three times the size. Handmade feel with many artsy touches like original mosaics, wood and slate floors. A wood stove for experienced fire tenders on cold days and evenings. This is a one of a kind place that is unique and hard to find. Our guests often remark it's the most unique Airbnb they've ever stayed at, and often return many times with friends and family to make shared memories and celebrate special occasions.
NOTE: It has a very outdoorsy feel. You're likely to see squirrels, birds, maybe even a fox or raccoon. Summertimes are usually full of bugs — and they might find themselves inside your home. Cobwebs can appear literally overnight. For those weary of the great outdoors or nature's creatures, this place is not for you. We do not fumigate and choose to use natural pest management strategies whenever possible. The home is chemical and fragrance-free for easier breathing and better sleep.
The owners built the home by hand using recycled and repurposed materials. Enjoy the mosaics made from recycled tiles, the amazing re-homed picture windows and stained glass, and notice that each part of the home was built with love and appreciation for the materials used. Rustic and eclectic, this eco-retreat is truly a work of art that stands in collaboration with nature.
KITCHEN: The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, spices, cooking oils, salt and pepper. There is a gas stove with 4 burners for those who like to cook. We also have an oven, microwave, and toaster oven. Full fridge and freezer — we have ice cube trays but no ice maker. French press for coffee, blender, and magic bullet, too! Organic coffee, half and half, and a selection of teas are also supplied for your enjoyment.
BATHROOM: The upstairs bathroom has a clawfoot tub and also rainfall showerhead. We recently added shampoo, conditioner, and body wash so that you don't have to bring your own.
BEDROOMS: The two bedrooms are located upstairs. Note that you must pass through one bedroom to get to the other. Both have their own doors for privacy. We also have a twin day bed and a full futon downstairs for additional sleeping. (Please be sure to properly indicate the number of people in your reservation so that our housekeepers can be sure to leave you with an appropriate number of linens and towels!) Because this an eco-retreat with sustainability and the environment top of mind, linens are cotton and washed with natural, fragrance free laundry detergent.
OUTDOOR SPACES: You've got a privtae outdoor patio upstairs off the bedrooms -- as well as an outdoor back covered patio complete with fan and patio lights! Seating for 4 at the outdoor table on the back patio.
FIRE RING: Skilled fire tenders are welcome to use the fire ring and even help themselves to our firewood. Please be very careful if you decide to start a fire.
Guests will have the entire right-hand "house side" of the property including private covered outside decks, one on the second floor, and one out back. There is a second very small "en suite" Airbnb unit on the left-hand "Suite" side of the house. You may hear each other as you share a wall — and may see each other in the front shared parking lot. Otherwise each space is private with no shared spaces.
If you'd like to book both places at the same time for a 3BR/2BA stay, click on Erin's profile to find the Storybook Retreat and book that instead. (Art, Beauty, Nature is the studio if you only need a small space for 2 people.) Our calendars are up-to-date, so what you see reflects true availability.
Available by text to answer questions or summon help from close-by manager or relative in case of emergency.
Attractions:
Franklin Street - 9.6 mi
Kenan Stadium - 10.4 mi
The Barn at Valhalla - 7.5 mi
The Carriage House - 115 mi
The Barn Chapel Hill - 6.5 mi
Lavender Oaks Farm - 7.8 mi
Cat’s Cradle - 10 mi
Saxaphaw Ballroom - 10.8 mi
Restaurants / Cafe / Bar :
Saxaphaw General Store Cafe (Saxapahaw) - 11.7 mi
The Mod (Pittsboro) - 12.8 mi
Food Market/ Grocery/ Pharmacies :
Lowes Food´s – 8.5 mi
Harris Teeter – 9.6 mi
Weaver Street Market – 11.3 mi
Saxapahaw General Store - 12.8 mi
Aidan’s Trading Post - 1.9 mi
Walgreens -16.0 mi
CVS - 8.4 mi
Hospitals:
UNC Hillsborough Campus - 18.2 mi
UNC - 13.0 mi
UNC Children’s Hospital - 11.9 mi
Duke Regional Hospital - 27.5 mi
North Carolina Speciality Hospital - 27.9 mi
Lenox Baker Children´s Hospital - 27.6 mi
The NC Cancer Hospital - 27.6 mi
Duke Children´s Hospital and Health Center - 22.8 mi
Airports :
Burlington Alamance Regional Airport - 24.5 mi
Raleigh - Durham International - 28.7mi
Siler City Municipal - 23.2 mi
Gas Station:
Mobil – 8.8 mi
Exxon - 9.6 mi
You will need a car although Uber and Lyft have provided rides in the past. Not sure about the current status. If you don't like driving country roads this is not the place for you, but it really is only 12 minutes from Carrboro.
Caution to older and physically challenged people, including kids: There are stairs and many levels in this house. Not a good place for those wanting a single-level place. The only bathroom is upstairs unless you book Storybook Retreat instead (then you'll have one bedroom and bathroom downstairs and one bathroom and two bedrooms upstairs).
PET FEE: Well-behaved pets are welcome with a $50 fee (per pet) per stay. Please inquire about our pet policy.
CANCELLATIONS
The cancellation policy applies to all bookings. An additional $150 cancellation fee will be charged to cover credit card processing and admin fees on all cancellations.
RENTER'S AGREEMENT
A signed renter's agreement is required for all reservations, as well as a picture of a government-issued photo ID and a picture of your credit card used to book showing only the last 4 digits and your name. This is to prevent credit card fraud and is meant to protect you as the renter and us as hosts.
DEPOSIT
We require a $300 deposit for each reservation, which will be processed 3 days before your arrival. As long as there is no unexpected damage to the home, deposits are automatically refunded in full in 7 days.
