Walk to Breweries, Victorian near Black Mountain
Old Fort, NC, United States
Welcome to Fonta Flora — a beautifully restored Victorian home in the heart of historic downtown Old Fort, where the charm of a century-old home meets every modern comfort you need. Three queen bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, soaring ceilings, and a backyard put you steps from local breweries, coffee shops, restaurants, and boutique shops — and minutes from some of Western North Carolina’s best outdoor adventures. Leave your car parked and live like a local.
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Why You’ll Love Fonta Flora ⭐ Walk to breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, and boutique shops ⭐ Full grocery store directly across the street ⭐ Two complimentary bikes to explore downtown, greenways, and trail systems ⭐ Three queen bedrooms, each with smart TV, white noise generator, and ceiling fan ⭐ Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and double farmhouse sink ⭐ Front porch with rocking chairs, perfect for slow mornings ⭐ Backyard with wood-burning fireplace and seating ⭐ Full-size washer and dryer with laundry detergent provided ⭐ Fast Wi-Fi ⭐ Keyless smart lock entry with door code sent before arrival ⭐ 1 minute to downtown Old Fort, 7 minutes to Black Mountain, 25 minutes to Asheville Imagine Your Stay Wake to sunlight streaming through tall Victorian windows before walking across the street to grab groceries for breakfast or strolling a few doors down to a local café. Spend the day exploring waterfalls, hiking through Pisgah National Forest, riding the world-class Old Fort trail system on the complimentary bikes, or discovering the breweries and boutiques that have made Old Fort one of Western North Carolina’s fastest-growing destinations. Return home to cook dinner in the fully equipped kitchen, gather beneath soaring ceilings to share stories from the day, and settle into the peaceful comfort of your historic mountain retreat before tomorrow’s adventure begins. 🚗 Arrival & Parking Pull into the driveway, which comfortably fits two standard vehicles, possibly three smaller cars. At the end of the driveway sits the storage shed, which houses the complimentary bikes and extra propane for the grill. Check-in is fully self-guided via electronic smart lock, and your unique door code will be sent a few days before arrival. A backup key box is located next to the door. If you ever need it, just reach out to your local host. ⭐ Driveway parking for 2 vehicles (up to 3 small cars) ⭐ Keypad smart lock with pre-arrival door code ⭐ Backup key box on-site, with host available by call or message ⭐ Storage shed with complimentary bikes and extra propane 🧺 Entry: Laundry & Mud Room Step inside through the main entrance off the driveway and you’re welcomed into a functional laundry and mud room, a great space to drop gear after a day on the trails. A full-size washer and dryer are available for guest use with laundry detergent provided. ⭐ Full-size washer and dryer ⭐ Laundry detergent provided ⭐ Convenient drop zone for outdoor gear 🚿 Main Level: Full Bathroom Just to the left of the laundry room is the main level full bathroom, fully stocked and ready for the whole group. ⭐ Shower and tub combo ⭐ Hair dryer ⭐ Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, and makeup removal cloths ⭐ Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and toilet paper provided 🍳 Kitchen Continue down the hallway and the kitchen opens up on the right, a fully equipped space built for real cooking. Granite countertops, a double farmhouse-style sink, and a complete set of quality cookware, bakeware, silverware, plates, and dishes make feeding the whole group easy. Ground coffee and filters are provided. Please note there is no dishwasher. ⭐ Granite countertops and double farmhouse sink ⭐ Fully stocked with quality cookware, bakeware, silverware, and dishes ⭐ Ground coffee and filters provided ⭐ No dishwasher 🛏️ Bedroom One: Queen Just past the kitchen on the right, the first queen bedroom is a comfortable and well-appointed room. White noise generators are provided in every bedroom, a thoughtful touch given Fonta Flora’s convenient location right in the heart of downtown. ⭐ Queen bed with fresh linens, pillows, pillowcases, and blankets ⭐ Smart TV (bring your own streaming logins) ⭐ Ceiling fan with separate remote located near the light switch ⭐ Curtains ⭐ White noise generator 🛏️ Bedroom Two: Queen Across the hallway, the second queen bedroom mirrors the first in comfort and amenities. Just outside this room in the hallway is a cabinet stocked with books, a couple of board games, and the Wi-Fi login information. ⭐ Queen bed with fresh linens, pillows, pillowcases, and blankets ⭐ Smart TV (bring your own streaming logins) ⭐ Ceiling fan with separate remote located near the light switch ⭐ Curtains ⭐ White noise generator ⭐ Hallway cabinet with books, board games, and Wi-Fi info 🛏️ Bedroom Three: Queen At the far end of the hallway on the right, the third queen bedroom rounds out the sleeping accommodations with the same comfort and amenities as the others. ⭐ Queen bed with fresh linens, pillows, pillowcases, and blankets ⭐ Smart TV (bring your own streaming logins) ⭐ Ceiling fan with separate remote located near the light switch ⭐ Curtains ⭐ White noise generator 🛋️ Living Room & Front Porch At the end of the hallway, the main living room brings the whole group together. A large, comfortable sectional sofa and a smart TV make it an easy place to land after a long day outside. Step through the connected door onto the front porch, where two rocking chairs overlook the street and the heart of downtown Old Fort. It’s the perfect spot for a slow morning cup of coffee or an evening wind-down. ⭐ Large sectional sofa ⭐ Smart TV (bring your own streaming logins) ⭐ Connected front porch with two rocking chairs ⭐ Views of historic downtown Old Fort 🔥 Backyard A wood-burning fireplace with two chairs provides a cozy outdoor gathering spot for cool mountain evenings. The fireplace can be set up in the grassy area of the yard or in the driveway. Extra propane for the grill is stored in the shed at the end of the driveway, alongside the complimentary bikes. ⭐ Wood-burning fireplace with two chairs ⭐ Propane grill with extra propane in shed ⭐ Storage shed with complimentary bikes 🚲 Complimentary Bikes Two bikes are stored in the shed at the end of the driveway and are yours to use throughout your stay. Explore downtown, cruise the greenways, or pedal toward the Gateway Trail System, one of Western North Carolina’s newest and most exciting outdoor destinations. ⭐ Two complimentary bikes in the driveway shed ⭐ Keypad code provided for shed access ⭐ Ideal for downtown exploring, greenways, and trail access 🛏️ Beds & Sleep Three queen bedrooms, each with fresh linens, pillows, pillowcases, and blankets. White noise generators and curtains in every room. Soaring Victorian ceilings and ceiling fans throughout. 📶 Comfort & Connectivity ⭐ Fast Wi-Fi, with login info in the hallway cabinet ⭐ Smart TVs in all three bedrooms and living room (bring your own streaming logins) ⭐ Central heating and air conditioning year-round ⭐ Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living room 🔐 Check-In & Hosting Check-in is fully self-guided, with no waiting and no key pickups. Your door code arrives a few days before your stay. A backup key box is next to the door in case you ever need it. Your local host is always just a call or message away for anything that comes up. ⭐ Keyless smart lock, fully self-guided check-in ⭐ Backup key box on-site ⭐ Local host available by phone or message ⭐ Locked attic staircase, not accessible to guests ⭐ Shed accessible via keypad code 📍 Location: Downtown Old Fort, NC Old Fort has quietly become one of Western North Carolina’s fastest-growing outdoor destinations, with world-class mountain biking, charming downtown streets, easy access to Black Mountain and Asheville, and none of the crowds. Fonta Flora puts you right in the middle of it all. Downtown Old Fort: Walk Out the Front Door Seeker Coffee: One of the best coffee shops in the Blue Ridge Mountains. A perfect start to any morning. GoGo’s Cinnamon Rolls: Hot, fresh cinnamon rolls in rotating flavors. A local favorite worth the stop. Hillman Beer: Small, fami...
Other Details to Note
A Victorian Vacation! Old Fort is a small town located in the western part of North Carolina, surrounded by the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. It offers a peaceful and relaxing vacation spot for those looking to escape to the Pisgah National Forest, which covers over 500,000 acres of land and offers endless opportunities for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities - like Catawba Falls, a stunning 100-foot waterfall that is sure to impress. Bike down the street or up the mountain! Old Fort has quietly become one of Western North Carolina's fastest growing outdoor destinations, attracting visitors for its world class mountain biking, charming downtown, and easy access to Black Mountain and Asheville - without the crowds! And let's not forget that it is called the land of Waterfalls! Your Old Fort adventure begins at this 3-bedroom house. Inside guests find three queen sized beds, perfect for a night's rest after a day of activity. The space stays comfortable year-round with heating and AC. Begin the day with coffee in a rocking chair on the front porch. Spend the afternoon exploring waterfalls, hiking scenic trails, or biking the world-class Old Fort trail system. As the sun sets, return to Fonta Flora - a beautifully restored Victorian home designed for relaxing, reconnecting, and unwinding after a day of adventure.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the unit, free
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Washing Machine In the unit, free
- Wifi
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee maker
- Dining table Seats 4
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the unit, free
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Washing Machine In the unit, free
- Wifi
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee maker
- Dining table Seats 4
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Outdoors
- Bicycle
- Fire pit
- Outdoor seating
Family
- Board games
Entertainment
- Books
- Ethernet connection
- Sound system
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
Services
- Cleaning before checkout
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises Free, on premises
- Single level home No stairs in home
Location features
- Mountain view
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Old Fort puts you right at the gateway to the Pisgah National Forest, a small mountain town with an outsized sense of adventure. Step outside and you're minutes from the trailheads of Kitsuma, Point Lookout, and the growing Old Fort trail system that's made this spot a favorite among mountain bikers and hikers alike. Downtown is walkable and welcoming. Grab coffee and a pastry at Hillman Beer or one of the local cafés, browse the shops along Main Street, and cool off in the Catawba River or Curtis Creek swimming holes just outside town. The historic Andrews Geyser—a striking man-made fountain framed by mountains—is a short drive and worth the trip. You're perfectly positioned for day trips, too: Black Mountain is 15 minutes away, and downtown Asheville is about 30 minutes west. Whether you're here to ride, hike, paddle, or simply slow down and soak in small-town Appalachian charm, Old Fort makes an ideal home base. You'll love the quiet nights, the friendly locals, and the easy access to some of the best outdoor recreation Western North Carolina has to offer.
Guest Access
Guests will have full access to the entire home and back yard. Note: • The detached bike/storage shed is accessible only via the provided keypad code.
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Old Fort, NC, United States
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