Quaint Mill Cottage
Everything you need to know!
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Quaint Mill Cottage for your vacation! We appreciate your patronage and want to make sure you have everything you need during your stay.
HOW DO I ENTER THE HOUSE?
There is an electronic door lock on the home.
WHO MIGHT I SEE ON THIS PROPERTY DURING MY STAY?
The property managers may come by if there is an issue. The groundskeeper may show up as well to work on landscaping.
Western North Carolina is home to black bears. They are beautiful to watch, but should never be intentionally fed, and trash should always be secured during your stay.
WHAT DO I DO WITH THE TRASH?
Please place ONLY bagged trash in the box. Depending on the length of your stay, one of our property managers may come by to collect the trash. Trash services come by every Thursday to pick up the trash.
CAN WE DRINK THE WATER?
Absolutely. The water is safe to drink!
IS THERE WIFI?
Yes! The router is located behind the t.v. in the living room.
Network name: SpectrumSetup-14
Password: ancientairplane246
HOW DO I WORK THE T.V.?
The television in the living room has a RokuTV for streaming services.
HEAT AND A/C
Feel free to control the thermostats to your liking.
WHAT TO DO IN A POWER OUTAGE
Don’t panic! Duke Progress will get the power back on as soon as they can. There is a flashlight and extra batteries located in the upper cabinet to the right of the sink.
The house uses a well to provide water, which requires electricity for the pump to function. In the event of a power outage, there is water provided in the pantry.
WASHER/DRYER
The laundry room is off of the kitchen and we have left a couple of laundry pods if you would like to wash a load while you’re staying with us!
WHAT IS AROUND THE HOUSE?
The cabin is in a great central location with easy access to Old Fort, Black Mountain, Montreat, and Asheville. It’s the perfect home base to explore all that Western North Carolina has to offer, while still private enough to enjoy some peace and quiet.
At the end of the main, paved driveway, a left will take you to Old Fort. You will pass Andrew’s Geyser and several picnic areas with access to streams and creeks. In downtown Old Fort, there is a new local brewery called Hillman Beer. Our area is well known for our craft beer scene and Hillman boasts fantastic food as well! There is also a small grocery store called Frisbee’s Supermarket.
A right will take you to Black Mountain and Montreat, with quick access to I-40 West if you would like to visit Asheville. Downtown Black Mountain is nothing short of charming! It is home to many locally owned shops and restaurants, all with incredible mountain views. Lake Tomahawk has a .55 mile walking trail with a clear view to the Seven Sisters Mountain Range. There is also a golf course near the lake.
HIKING
Check out the website AllTrails to see other hiking options in our area. This site allows you to see the length of trails, relative difficulty, estimated time, and feedback from other hikers.
OTHER HELPFUL WEBSITES
Romantic Asheville
Cottonwood Rentals
Cottonwood Real Estate
Our Favorite Places to Eat & Drink
In or Near Black Mountain:
102 Church St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-8553
Daily 8:00-2:00, Closed Tuesdays
People love brunch. People love bakeries. So we did both. Located a block from downtown Black Mountain. Serving a variety of Eggs Benedicts, Omelettes, Avocado Toast and Waffles to BLTs, Grilled Cheese on Homemade bread and Hand Cut French Fries. Top off your meal with a Mimosa, locally roasted coffee, homemade Lemonade, wine or local craft beer. Dine inside, or weather permitting, out on the patio or the new Rooftop Deck to be completed Spring 2022. Carry Out available also.
136 Dougherty St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 989-5163
Tuesday-Saturday 7:00-3:00
Sunday 8:00-1:00, Closed Monday
Four Sisters Bakery is happy to be part of the wonderful community in Black Mountain, and provide home baked goods to our neighbors and those visiting our wonderful town. From scratch bagels, scones, English muffins, biscuits, muffins, danish, cinnamon rolls to savory Quiche, loaves of bread, and pies; too many to list! You must try!
221 W. State St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-0999
Daily 6:45-6:00
Proudly supporting your coffee habit in the heart of Black Mountain since 1999! Roastery and coffee shop providing coffee, smoothies, and homemade pastries, including vegan and gluten free ones.
3198 US-70, Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-8555
Monday-Friday 7:00-7:00, Saturday 7:00-6:00, Sun 8:00-6:00
Home of the delicious, organically roasted coffee provided in the Welcome basket! The shop is a full coffee bar and also sells coffee by the bag if you would like to take some home with you.
115 Black Mountain Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-5446
Monday - Saturday 7:30-2:00, Sunday Brunch 10:00-2:00
Quaint cafe with outdoor seating serving comfort-food breakfast (all day), lunch and brunch in a charming 1904 house. Try the Megamosa, Manmosa (PBR & beer), or a unique Bloody Mary made with local beer and house-made Bloody Mary mix.
The Grocery - Market and Bar
2E Market St., Suite A Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-5500
Market: Monday-Saturday 11:00-7:00, Closed Sunday
Bar: Tuesday-Saturday 4:30-9:00, Closed Sunday & Monday
Less than 2 miles from downtown Black Mountain, in the community of Cheshire, is your eatin’, drinkin’ and gettin’ place! Elevated bar food using fresh, local and responsibly sourced ingredients. Sip and snack in the lovely bar area, or outside on the patio, weather permitting. Crafty cocktails, a killer wine list and local draft beer. Offerings in the market include cheeses, meats, seafood, dry goods and local fare, as well as house-made sausages, soups, salads and other prepared foods. Package beer & wine. Live music weekends in the summer months; call for a schedule of events.
Black Mountain Bistro
203 E. State St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-5041
Tuesday-Thursday 11:00-8:00, Friday & Saturday 11:00-9:00
Closed Sunday & Monday
Locally Owned, locally run Bistro a block from Downtown. Everything on the menu is made fresh daily. Enjoy some Old South flavors like Fried Green Tomatoes, House-made Pimento Cheese, Shrimp & Grits, hand pattied Organic beef burgers, meatloaf, hot and cold sandwiches, seafood specialties and a tempting dessert selection. Choose your libation from the extensive wine list, local craft beers on tap, signature martinis or a custom cocktail to round out your meal.
Veranda Cafe & Gifts
119 Cherry St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-8864
Daily 11:00-3:00
Dine-in and Carry out since 1996. Hands down, one of the best lunches downtown! House-made soups, grilled sandwiches, paninis, salads, quiche, daily specials and decadent desserts.
Berliner Kindl German Restaurant, Deli & Gift Shop
121 Broadway St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-5255
Tuesday-Saturday 11:00-8:00, Closed Sunday & Monday
A taste of Bavaria in Downtown Black Mountain! Variety of sausage platters, Schnitzel dinners, House-made Sauerkraut, awesome Reubens and authentic German desserts. Extensive German beer & wine list. German items in the Gift Shop and Deli.
Fresh Wood Fired Pizza and Pasta
100 S. Ridgeway Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-6999
Monday-Thursday 11:00-8:30, Friday & Saturday 11:00-9:00
Sunday 12:00-8:00, Closed Tuesday
3 blocks from downtown, artisanal Wood Fired Pizzas, pastas, salads and house-made meatballs paired with local craft beer and wine. Fresh bread baked in the 850 degree oven. Dine inside the rustic little house or, weather permitting, out on the patio.
Foothills Butcher Bar
107 Black Mtn Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-9029
Monday - Friday 11-4
Since 2002, Foothills has been an artisan butcher shop specializing in local, pasture-raised meats. Take home these custom-cut meats for your BBQ. The restaurant section is being renovated and will reopen later in the year. Go visit their newly opened space, the Grange.
The Grange
120 Broadway Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-8499
Sunday - Thursday 11:30-9:00, Friday & Saturday 11:30-10:00
One of downtown Black Mountain’s newest eateries; just steps from the original Foothills Butcher bar started 20 years ago. The Grange’s expansive outdoor space features seating for 250 people with covered picnic tables, a large patio with seating off the main building, a kids’ play space with dirt piles and Tonka trucks, and a permanent food truck serving Foothills’ classics menu of house ground hamburgers, our secret recipe hot dogs, specialty sandwiches and famous tallow fries.
The Pure & Proper
114 E. State St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 230-7972
Tuesday - Saturday 7:30-4:00, dinners 5:00-9:30 Sunday Brunch 10:30 - 3:00
Just steps from downtown, a brand new all day eatery has opened in the landmark Pure Oil station, which dates back to the 1940s. Lovingly restored (refueled) by two local couples and brought back to life, this charming eatery has a cozy European feel. With coffee and Belgium street waffles in the morning, sandwiches and salads for lunch, and cocktails and upscale date night food in the evening, this unique menu has something for everyone.
Taco Billy Black Mountain
117 Cherry St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 419-6336
Tuesday - Sunday 8:00-3:00, Closed Monday
Brand new to the Black Mountain restaurant scene, Asheville-based Taco Billy opens another breakfast/lunch option for locals and visitors on Cherry Street. The menu ranges from amazing breakfast tacos to a great selection of lunch tacos; all using as many locally sourced ingredients as possible. Local craft beers, margaritas and a full bar round out the menu.
My Father’s Pizza & Pasta
110 Cherry St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-4944
Daily 11:00-9:00, Closed Tuesday
Since 1990, a downtown staple has been serving gourmet pizzas, stromboli, pasta, homemade meatballs, subs, and salads with homemade dressings inside the restaurant or out on the patio. Carry out and catering available also.
Que Sera Restaurant and Taylor’s Oyster Bar
101 Black Mtn Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 664-9472
Tuesday-Saturday 5:00-9:00 PM, Closed Sunday & Monday
The Oyster Bar offers a fun, casual dining experience featuring fresh East Coast oysters flown in daily and fresh seafood dishes.
Que Sera enjoys serving fresh ingredients from local growers and provides the very best in delicacies from the Atlantic Ocean. Reservations recommended and may be made online until 4:30, then by phone only.
Trail Head Restaurant & Bar
207 W. State St., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-5656
Thursday - Tuesday 11:00-10:00, Closed Wednesdays
Serving Made-to-Order burgers, tacos, salads, seafood entrees, and the house-made Peanut Butter pie. Dine at the bar, in the restaurant or out on the deck. Reservations not accepted; first come, first served.
Straightaway Cafe & Pub
1722 NC Hwy 9, Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-8856
Friday 4:00-8:00, Saturday & Sunday 11:00-8:00
Dine inside or out on the deck, weather permitting. Grass Fed burgers, Fried Chix Sandwiches and Pimento Beer Cheese. Top it off with a House-made brownie stuffed with local ice-cream. Family friendly music shows in the summer.
Local Watering Holes
WNC Outdoor Collective Gear & Beer
110 Black Mtn. Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-8107
Monday-Saturday 11:00-10:00, Sunday 1:00-10:00 (Summer hrs)
An outdoor gathering place to create community through local outdoor gear, beer, coffee and adventure.
Black Mountain Brewing
131 NC-9, Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-5010
Monday-Wednesday 3:00-9:00, Thursday & Sunday 12:00-9:00,
Friday & Saturday 12:00-11:00
Established in 2017 as a means to provide a place downtown where friends can gather together to drink great beer brewed on site and be part of a community. Choose from 7 rotating taps, or enjoy a hard cider, ginger beer, wine or local made soda. Lots of outdoor space, including a new rooftop deck, to enjoy the beautiful mountain views. Food truck Smoke on site serving smoked meat sandwiches, small bites and Poutine!
Lookout Brewing Company
103 S. Ridgeway, Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 357-5169
Monday-Friday 3:00-9:00, Saturday & Sunday 12:00-9:00
Casual, small batch brewery a few blocks from downtown offering a nice selection of handcrafted beer, wine, cider and local Ginger beer. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
The RailYard
141 Richardson Blvd, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Hours TBD
Black Mountain’s newest place to eat, drink and hang out! Grand opening is Sat., April 15th with live music. A block from downtown, inside there is a 70-ft long bar that serves craft beer, wine, cocktails, and mocktails. If you are hungry try SmashBalls, an in-house burger joint with plant-based options. There is also an acre of outdoor seating with picnic tables + fire pits. 15 shipping containers will offer more food & beverage selections and an outdoor stage with live music will be added soon.
Pisgah Brewing Company
2948 US-70, Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-0190
Friday 4:00 - 8:00, Saturday 12:00 - 4:00
Founded in 2005, this popular organic microbrewery pours a large variety of specialty craft beers. The tasting room and gift shop are open in the winter; the outdoor taproom and meadow will be open in the Spring and Summer (with extended hours).
Hillman Beer Old Fort
78 Catawba Ave., Old Fort, NC 28762 (828) 668-6372
Monday & Tuesday 11:00-10:00, Wednesday-Saturday 11:00-11:00,
Sunday 12:00-10:00
This location (a second location is in South Asheville) opened in July 2020 in the hidden gem town of Old Fort; about 15 minutes from Black Mountain. Nestled along the banks of Mill Creek; the brewery boasts over 10,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor seating with over 32 taps. Dogs are welcome, on leashes. Go there hungry; a nice pub-style menu ranges from local beef burgers, reubens, and grilled cheese all the way to a kale salad.
Highland Brewing Company
12 Old Charlotte Hwy, #200, Asheville, NC 28803 (828) 299-3370
Monday-Thursday 2:00-9:00, Friday & Saturday 12:00-10:00, Sunday 12:00-10:00
Asheville’s Original Craft Brewery, locally owned since 1994. Vast selection of beer on tap brewed and bottled on site. Beautiful taproom, outdoor patios, meadow, sand volleyball courts, trails and new downtown location. Food truck on site everyday.
