The Homestead
A Historic Home in the Woods
Two months of uninterrupted writing in the historic home of author, activist, and trailblazer Wilma Dykeman — a legacy that lives on through your work.
The Wilma Dykeman homestead is located in a wooded neighborhood north of Asheville, just 15 minutes from UNC Asheville and 20 minutes from downtown Asheville. It is also near the Blue Ridge Parkway (a 10 minute drive) and Pisgah National Forest.
Home Amenities
Home Amenities
The fully-furnished, 1,900 square foot home, built in 1926, has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and several living spaces, including a parlor, dining room, living room and a kitchen equipped with an electric range, microwave, and refrigerator. An unfinished, concrete basement includes a quarter bathroom and washer and dryer. The exterior of the home includes a carport, front porch and back deck. All utilities, including internet and cable, are included as is general property maintenance.
*Please note that the home is not ADA compliant, and we cannot accommodate children or pets at this time.
Homestead Photo Gallery
Frequently Asked Questions
The Writer-in-Residence will work with UNC Asheville to choose any 4-week period between July 1 and October 31 for their residency.
The Writer-in-Residence will need to bring their own computing device and printer, as well as printer paper and ink/toner cartridges.
The University will cover utilities, including water and electricity.
The University will take care of any required repairs and maintenance on the home or grounds.
At this time, we cannot accommodate pets. Service animals are welcome.
At this time, we cannot accommodate children. Partners/spouses are welcome.
The University provides cable and wifi service in the home.
The University will provide a $2000 stipend for travel expenses, food, and other incidentals expense.
The home was built in the 1920s and is not accessible according to ADA standards.
The home contains a full-size refrigerator, electric range, microwave, coffee maker, television and washer/dryer.
The home is not on a public transportation route. A car is required.
During their residency, the Writer-in-Residence will have visiting scholar privileges in the University’s library and access to campus copier/printers.