Railway Rest

10/12/2024

If you’re a runner or cyclist, this is for you! Bonus, proceeds benefit Old Fort! Read the original post to find out more…

10/06/2024

Little by little, things are looking better!

09/21/2024

We have a couple of weekends left and weekdays. If you’re looking for a fall getaway, we’d love to have you as our guest!

: Fall is HERE! That's right, not only do we have a new name (Destination McDowell) we have a new Fall Color Forecast! Beautiful signs of color have started to speckle our foothills and mountains. Get the latest in Fall Foliage coverage on our website: https://www.destinationmcdowell.com/blog/2024-blue-ridge-fall-color-report/

09/15/2024

Beautiful scenery from the Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s a short drive from a stay at our home… and we have a couple of weekends left this month and in October… book a stay today!

09/11/2024

Recent guest review -

“This tiny home was not average. It was so ABOVE AND BEYOND! This space has everything in tiny form. The hosts give such attention to detail. From the homemade bread, to the local eggs, to the make up wipes, to the plenty of fresh towels. This place was a great stay! We hope to be back soon!”

Book a stay today -

Mary Ida’s Place in-town, walkable location

08/24/2024

Quick trip to Pearson's Falls in Saluda. Beautiful waterfall and easy hike - makes a great day trip!

08/21/2024

The bees are buzzing in this year’s Clematis blooms - smells so good!

We love that we’re a National Wildlife Federation backyard habitat!

08/16/2024

“A little home away from home.” We love that comment from a recent guest review at Mary Ida’s Place.

Full review - “Great place in downtown Old Fort. Super clean and comfortable. A little home away from home. Close to restaurants and shopping. Much of it walkable from location. Hosts are very gracious and responsive.”

Mary Ida’s Place in-town, walkable location

08/07/2024

ICYMI... the sunflowers were gorgeous last week at Biltmore! They're so much prettier in person - there will be another bloom cycle next month - don't wait, book at stay today!

08/05/2024

Who doesn't love a handwritten note? We had the sweetest guests leave this for us recently after their stay at Mary Ida's Place - "We truly felt at home here." ❤️

08/03/2024

The47th annual Sourwood Festival returns August 10th and 11th. Hosted by the Black Mountain Swannanoa Chamber, there's lots to see and do! Play there, then head to our home for a relaxing evening... feels like you're worlds away, but it's only minutes 😉. Book here -

Stay and Play at Railway Rest, near Asheville

08/02/2024

The Chihuly Studio exhibit at Biltmore continues… have you seen it? It’s truly stunning! Play there and stay here! You won’t be disappointed!

08/02/2024

We love Camp Grier! But, if you’re racing and camping isn’t your thing, our home is within walking or cycling distance!

The big Old Fort Fifty and Pisgah Enduro weekend is coming up! Join us Aug 10 and 11 for an amazing and challenging time! Camp Grier offers a lake, pump track, and post-race cookout. Choose bunkhouse or car/tent camping and enjoy a weekend of racing and fun. Sign up on the @ website!

07/28/2024

Great info from The G5 Trail Collective for the upcoming Pisgah Enduro bike race. If you haven’t booked a place to stay… check us out- we’re literally minutes from Camp Grier and just had a cancellation!

Buckle up for the ultimate adrenaline rush! 🚵‍♂️💨 Join us on August 11th for the 2024 Pisgah Enduro in Old Fort, NC. Blaze through technical singletrack amidst Pisgah National Forest's rocky terrain, from epic descents to quad-busting climbs. Camp Grier sets the stage with lakeside vibes, a pump track, and a legendary post-race cookout. Choose bunkhouse or camp under the stars and make a weekend of it! Click the link in our bio to sign up!