Notes from the host
James Bond Cottage
Hidden in the trees in the best part of town, the James Bond Cottage welcomes you with fun and inviting vibes. In historic upscale Buena Vista, you're an easy 5-minutes to Wake Forest University, Downtown, Shops, Sights, Trader Joe’s & Whole Foods. Walk to the famous vintage Airstream for locally roasted coffee and to the gourmet bakery & wine bar. Enjoy outdoor dining under the enchanting patio at the fine dining restaurant next door. Explore tree-lined streets with grand homes built during Winston-Salem's tobacco heyday. You're close to fantastic cuisine, shopping, and many delightful experiences. And at the same time, tucked away and private. After a fun day, turn on the magical twinkle lights & get cozy in your private retreat with a cheeky nod to 007...
Laid-back luxuries make this hidden retreat precisely the kind of pad 007 would hang out in, that is, if he had secret spy biz in Winston-Salem, ha!
In the most posh neighborhood in our city, the cottage makes a bloody brilliant base in a highly desirable and safe area. Our area is buzzing with restaurants, shops, and sights. It's the perfect place to create magical memories and experience the authentic vibes of our city.
A comfy hangout to relax and connect with family and friends, for road-trip adventures, and naturally...Bond Girl Getaways.
Feel free to check in with Cara about available dates and monthly stay rates.***
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐓𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄: 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐋𝐈𝐊𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐃
• You'll feel oh so comfy in this playful getaway celebrating one-of-a-kind pieces. With over 1200 square feet, there's room to spread out and relax with plenty of privacy.
• Sip your morning coffee or enjoy an afternoon Martini–shaken not stirred of course–in the English cottage-style courtyard surrounded by magical trees.
• Curl up on the comfy sofas, wrap up in a soft throw and settle in for movie night.
Watch your favorite 007 films or discover a new one. From Connery to Craig, all 24 films are available for viewing on the Blu-ray disc collection.
• The large 55" Roku TV has cable with access to Netflix, Amazon Prime TV, Disney Plus, AppleTV+ & Hulu. You can play your favorite songs on YouTube...James Bond theme songs anyone? Cara's current fav...You know My Name by Chris Cornell ~ it's a wow!
• Unwind in the evening with a glass of wine in front of the inviting stone fireplace.
• The open-concept kitchen & den is a prime spot for laughter and conversations through the night.
• File your reports to M at the desk in 007's comfy and oh-so-sexy Italian leather office chair. The cottage has its own dedicated router & wi-fi.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐄𝐃𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐌𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐌𝐒:
• With comfy queen beds, the 2 bedrooms are private with a long hallway separating each room. Each bedroom has an en suite bathroom, perfect for couples & friends traveling together. *BONUS* No drama over bathroom time!
• James Bond’s dapper suite is complete with sexy cheetah carpet and a handsome marble bathroom with a soaking tub and large walk-in shower.
• Miss Moneypenny’s serene boudoir looks out at the classic Southern magnolia tree and the private courtyard.
• In the den, the sofa sleeps 1 and a PVC-free air mattress is available upon request that sleeps 2.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐍:
• Dine outdoors at one of the great restaurants nearby, order tasty takeout or channel your inner Gordon Ramsay and cook up a storm in the cozy kitchen with a cool skylight.
• For coffee lovers, 007's coffee bar is set up with a Flex Brew coffee maker (brew a carafe or a K-cup), Bodum French press, electric coffee grinder & teapot.
• Outfitted with Cuisinart stainless steel cookware and a Lodge cast iron grill pan for easy indoor grilling on the stovetop.
𝐅𝐔𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐘...
• Walk to the award-winning gourmet bakery for scrumptious croissants, pastries and coffee. Pick up a bottle of wine at the adjoining wine bar & shop to enjoy on their deck or back at the cottage. Yes, please!
• Walk to our city's famous funky vintage Airstream for locally roasted coffee.
• Enjoy dinner or Sunday brunch on the covered patio at the gourmet restaurant next door, one of our city's finest.
• Stop by the homemade gelato shop for an afternoon pick-me-up or after-dinner treat (Dan totally recommends getting a pint to take back for a topper).
• Hit up one-of-a-kind bars nearby. Joymongers Barrel Hall crafts beer aged in oak barrels and has outdoor seating.
• Take a stroll along the tree-lined neighborhood & explore grand historic homes built during Winston-Salem's tobacco heyday.
• Spice up your day at The Porch Kitchen & Cantina for fresh & funky Tex-Mex fare. Sample their signature margarita flights. Featured on UNC-TV. They also have tasty take & bake meals to enjoy at the cottage.
• Find a chic top or fun piece of jewelry to take home at Rebecca & Co, a hip women's boutique. And then channel your inner Stevie Nicks and walk to The Boho Depot for some fun finds.
• Enjoy some tennis at historic Hanes Park. On request, we've got 2 rackets for you.
• Historic Reynolda Village is an easy 5-minute drive with boutique shops, restaurants, walking trails, and a formal garden. Check out Village Tavern for great food with outdoor dining, Theodore's for lunch and craft cocktails, Penny Path Crepe shop, May Way Dumplings, and Dough-Joe's for tasty made-to-order doughnuts & coffee.
• On Saturdays, Fair Share Organic Farm sets up a tent outside Bobby Boy Bakeshop with all kinds of seasonal goodies.
• Try the delicious cinnamon buns at Louie & Honey Bakery and then shop for home goods at Fiddle & Fig.
𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐘𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒...
• Love to hike? Hanging Rock and Pilot Mountain State Parks are great spots for hiking with that mountain feel. It's a beautiful scenic drive into the countryside from the cottage. Pick up some goodies at Bobby Boy Bakeshop for a picnic and then hit the road.
• Love vineyards? There are some stellar NC vineyards along the Yadkin Valley Wine Trail, each with a fabulous story. Exploring them makes for a fun afternoon. Ask Cara for her favorites.