Let your busy schedule wait.

Downtown Blue Ridge is about a 12–15 minute drive away. You’ll be close to restaurants, shops, and the scenic railway, then come home to quieter mornings and evenings away from town traffic.

Hamby Cottage is especially comfortable for couples and solo travelers. A sofa bed in the living room can accommodate one adult or two children, making it a welcoming choice for a small family or parent-child getaway, too.

You’ll pass the red barn and our goats and chickens on the driveway to the cottage. When timing allows, we’re happy to introduce you. Meeting the animals often becomes a favorite part of the stay, especially for children.

The cottage has high-speed internet for streaming, Zoom calls, and staying connected on your own devices, along with a dedicated workspace. There is no television, and many guests tell us they appreciate that. Instead, you’ll find books, games, creative activities, and outdoor space to enjoy together.

Fill your days with downtown shops and restaurants, orchards, waterfalls, mountain trails, scenic drives, wineries, breweries, festivals, and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Mercier Orchards, The Folk Collaborative, McCaysville, and Lake Blue Ridge are all nearby. However you spend the day, you’ll have a peaceful place waiting when you’re ready to slow down.

Mountain weather can change quickly, with warm afternoons followed by cooler evenings or an unexpected rain shower. Check the local Epworth forecast before packing, and bring layers, comfortable shoes, and a light rain jacket. The cottage has heating and air conditioning to keep you comfortable when you return.

Yes. Our house is a short walk across the five-acre property, not adjoining the cottage. You’ll have your own driveway and outdoor spaces, with hosts close enough to help when needed and far enough away for the getaway to feel like yours.