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Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville

Welcome to the Overlook on Beaucatcher Mountain, a fully remodeled unit with approximately 1500 sqft overlooking downtown Asheville. The space includes 2 large bedrooms with high end queen mattresses, 2 gorgeous bathrooms with spacious showers, pool table room with dart board and bar area, living/den area with stone wood burning fire place, and kitchenette with mini fridge. The space is so nice and comfortable, some guests decide to spend more time at home versus going out.

I have put extra effort in the remodel and furnishing process to help ensure your stay is private & comfortable. The inside of the rental unit gets plenty of natural light from four large sliding glass windows and one glass door, all of which have privacy blinds. The entire space is decorated with art which illustrates Asheville and Western North Carolina.

This rental is located on a unique 3.5 acre lot in downtown asheville that is approximately half way up Beaucatcher Mountain. This larger piece of property allows for more privacy from neighbors, it provides plenty of grassy areas and is home to some magnificent trees where plenty of birds live. There is designated parking for guests in the upper gravel drive that will easily accommodate three cars. Next to the parking area there is an observation deck with two patio chairs that is a perfect spot to relax while looking at the mountains or watching the sun set.

A short walk down a gravel path leads you to the guest patio and private entrance behind the house. The patio has two sitting chairs facing the decent sized grassy back yard. Recently we installed a roof on the deck above the guest patio to help ensure guests can stay dry outside when it is raining.

From this guest patio and private entrance, you will walk into a large living room area that has a comfortable couch that sits in front of a large stone wood burning fireplace. There are comfortable throw blankets and a wooden glass coffee table to help ensure you can relax while watching the TV or a fire while reading a book. There is a small round dining table with two chairs that sits right in front of one of the living room windows with great views. We also have added a filtered water dispenser that has a 5 gallon container for fresh drinking water in this area.

The Kitchenette area is connected to the living room area. It has a small bar top with two stools where guests can eat or use as a cooking prep area. The Kitchenette has a mini fridge, two burner plug in stove top, air fryer/toaster oven, microwave, electric tea pot, french press along with coffee grinder, old school drip coffee pot and other essential kitchen cooking supplies. Please note this is not a full kitchen even though it is very adequate for cooking quick and easy meals.

One of the bedrooms sits off of the living/den area and the other one off of the game room area. This adds for some extra privacy because the bedrooms are not right next to each other and there is even a middle door which can be closed. Both bedrooms have queen size mattresses on sturdy, wood bed frames along with night stands with built in USB ports. Both bedrooms have sitting chairs and also closets with fold out luggage racks . The larger of the two bedrooms off of the game room also has a dresser and TV.

The game room area has a pool table, dart board and a bar top with two stools. There is a brass sink in the mini bar countertop. There is also a second mini fridge in this area and another TV. I also have added another Bistro table near the dart board with two more bar stools. This is a great room for hanging out and having fun. Also plenty of space to work on a laptop computer with room to spread out.

Both bathrooms are luxurious with large walk in, tiled showers with thick glass doors. The front bathroom has a hand held shower head with multiple settings, a built in soap/shampoo/conditioner dispenser and a niche/shelf. The back bathroom shower has a bench, two shower heads (one handheld) with multiple settings and a niche/shelf. Each bathroom has a 4 foot sink vanity with plenty of counter top and cabinet space for guest bath supplies. There are fan vents and heaters built into the ceiling lights, plus both showers have their own can lights.

Other amenities include:

Two mini split HVAC units with remotes and one Air Handler allow you to control and reach your desired temperature throughout the space.

There are a total of three TVs which include Direct TV and Roku accessibility - 1 in the living/den area, 1 in the game room/bar area and 1 in the larger of the two bedrooms.

The floors are all beautifully sanded and stained cement. There are nice rugs in the living/den area, the game room and both bedrooms. The bathrooms also have nice bath mats in front of shower and vanity.

The wood burning fireplace can be utilized for an extra fee of $25 which includes paper, kindling and a bunch of wood for one or two fires. More wood can be purchased for $1/log. This cost helps us pay for the wood I provide, prep time and the cleaning of the fireplace/hearth. Please let me know before your arrival if you would like to use the fireplace.

I do love hosting families with children and I can accommodate a family of up to six. Please inquire if you are in this scenario. Extra guests, above 2 people, are $25/guest per day regardless of age.

And for the pet lovers, pets with are welcomed - $100/pet fee will be required for one pet and $150 for two which must be paid before you arrive. Pets are not allowed on the furniture and ideally must be in a crate if left alone at the house. I do provide dog blankets for guests traveling with pets.

Guests are welcome to access the yard near the parking area and the backyard. There is plenty of room to move around and the majority of the yard is grass.

Other things to know about the rental unit:

I live in the upper portion of the house and have an active lifestyle with children. The city is also very close and sometimes you can hear music or emergency vehicles. It seems pretty quiet to me and at the same time I understand people have different preferences. Therefore I installed two layers of 5/8 sheet rock along with other sound insulating products during the remodel. Both bedrooms also are equipped with sound machines. To date I have not had any guests complain about noise.

I do have several goats that live on the property and help me with landscaping. They live behind a low voltage electric fence that is approximately 100 feet behind the house. You will often see them grazing behind the fence in the early morning or late in the afternoon. Please let me know if you would like to feed the goats.

Please note that the $25 dollar extra guest fee is per person, per night regardless of age. Please be up front and let me know before arrival if there are more than 2 guests in your party and I will modify your reservation accordingly.

Please let me know before you arrive if there are any specialty items which you might need during your stay, like a pack and play, blender, or anything else. I will do the best I can to accommodate your request.

I strive to be an excellent host and can be as accessible as needed - please call me with questions you might have about Asheville or needs you might have upon your stay. I am very approachable, easy going and will be available to help ensure your stay is great. At the same time I understand and respect privacy and I will not engage with you unless requested.

Please Follow these House Policies and Rules:
• I trust you will respect my home and will keep it clean during your stay.
• Please respect quiet time - after 10PM on weeknights and 1am on weekends.
• Please no unregistered guests without prior approval. There is a $25/guest per day fee (above 2 guests) regardless of age. Please pay before arrival.
• Please do not eat full meals in the bedroom - snacks/munchies are cool.
• Please do not flush anything other than toilet paper down the toilets.
• Please turn off lights and mini splits when you are not at home.
• Please no hard drugs of any kind - alcohol and weed are ok.
• Absolutely no smoking in the house and if you do smoke outside, please be courteous and clean up your butts/ash. Ash trays are located on all decks or porches.
• Please always lock the entrance door when you leave and make sure to leave the key in lock box upon your trip departure. Non returned and/or lost house key will result in loss of deposit.
• Please be courteous to any neighbors and respect our neighborhood.
• If anything breaks, spills, stains, etc. please let me know ASAP. Small issues we can figure out best way to handle with your consent. Any significant damage will result in the loss of security deposit.
• There is a $100 pet fee for one pet and $150 pet fee for two pets which is to be paid before arrival. Please make sure the pets stay off all furniture/beds and ideally are in a crate if you leave them at the house alone. Please help me continue to allow pets by following these rules plus cleaning up any mess inside and poop from yard.
• If you elected to use the fire place, please be extremely careful. If you need extra wood above the $25 dollar starter bundle please text me and I will deliver it to you - $1/piece which will be handled with cash.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions you might have before booking.

Property manager

Ryan Pickens

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rug in room
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside is allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $100 for one pet, $150 for 2. Crate Pet if alone.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: can accommodate 2 children any age - total of 6

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Pack Square - 11 min walk
  • The Orange Peel - 14 min walk
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 14 min walk
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 2 min drive
  • Asheville Mall - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville?

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville on 6 Nov 2024 start from AU$553.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville located?

This family-friendly Asheville holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Asheville City Hall and The Orange Peel. Colburn Earth Science Museum and Pack Place Education Arts and Science Center are also within 15 minutes.

Excellent Mountain Views and Short Walk to Downtown Asheville Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 159 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 159 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet home with lovely views
We were in Asheville for a medical procedure, and this quiet 2BR/2BA rental in the basement of the owner’s home was perfect. It was close to the hospital and it was easy to get to groceries, pharmacies, and other necessities. Even though the rental is right under their home, it feels quiet and restful. The views are amazing. And if you need anything, the owners help you out. They respond quickly to communications. We had to leave early due to Hurricane Helene’s approach, but I am sure when Asheville gets back up on its feet, this property will house visitors again. A perfect, restful place for a family to hang out after a medical procedure, but next time we visit, we will see the sights and enjoy the renewal of Asheville. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This was a beautiful place to stay and was close to downtown Asheville. We had everything we needed plus much more. Nice pool table area with a bar area. It was very comfortable and Ryan was very easy to communicate with. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 Excellent stay!
The place was great and Ryan the host was very even better. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to stay in Asheville with the house just being minutes from downtown. Highly recommend this spot for your next trip to Asheville. I will definitely be back! Thanks, Ryan!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and host
Ryan was very friendly and was easy to work with if I had any questions or concerns. The place was great and we loved using the pool table. Amazing location, beautiful views and loved the walk into Asheville.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun pool table and darts
We really enjoyed our stay in Asheville! The place was clean, quiet, great layout, good beds and of course loved the pool table! While we gave an Overall rating of 4 stars, a 5-star Overall rating would be warranted. There are a few things of note that could be improved. One of the vanity drawers was inoperable/broken in one of the two very nice baths. We discovered after our first night stay that one of the bedroom windows was not locked and was ajar, which felt a little uncomfortable. We had to tighten the doorknob on the bathroom doors upon arrival, as it was very loose and rattling. One of the rain shower arms does not tighten, which makes the height and angle low when showering. With respect to Communication, our suggestion would be to provide a text number for questions rather than having to depend on Vrbo email, as email is inconvenient when traveling. We do want to point out that when we did request a text number for communication, Ryan was quick with providing that, which helped with timely responses between us. None of these items are deal breakers, and we would definitely recommend this location. This feedback is simply so the host can benefit from our experience and build on what is already a terrific space. Thanks for a peaceful, fun place for our Asheville visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
63rd Anniversary = B*
We liked the location and easy access to the 'splendors' of Asheville. Access to the basement apartment was seriously sloped and gravelly and caused me serious knee pain. We were warned ahead of that possibility, and can only suggest that the owner, given the fairly high cost of this apartment makes the effort to improve the safe passage for elderly people. The apartment was comfortable but with tight and somewhat limited kitchen facilities, and zero dining table. Still we enjoyed our stay and were able to entertain a family wishing us well, plus having our Anniversary dinner in one of the many splendid restaurants of Asheville
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great!
A great place to stay while attending a wedding!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy j.

Liked: Cleanliness
My sisters 60th birthday
Staying at such a quaint town as Asheville ,we were surprised to have so much to do! One of our favorite things to do when the sunrise came was sit on the back patio and watch the wild life! We saw wild turkeys, a groundhog and lots of adorable hummingbirds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and host
This is a great property: so very convenient, in a very nice, quiet neighborhood, and with a beautiful, relaxing view. The host is top notch and very focused on you having an amazing stay and enjoyable experience. I will stay here every time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D., Clarksville, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
First visit to Asheville
We were in a nearby area for a family vacation and decided to stay a few days to see Asheville. The apartment is beautiful, comfortable, and well furnished with nice views of the surrounding area. It is walkable to downtown but requires a long walk up a pretty steep hill. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C., Sarasota

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very convenient and delivered as promised.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute rental, close to town
The property is about 1 mile from most of the shopping, restaurants and attractions in downtown Asheville making it very convenient. The property was very clean and well appointed. There were 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and a large living space. We were a group of 4 college friends and found the space very comfortable. The location was quiet and we had no issues with the rental while we were there. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short weekend, first time in Asheville
Overall a great stay, and would recommend this VRBO. Ryan, our VRBO host, was very attentive, detailed, responsive, and willing to help with requests. He was helpful walking me through the use of the French press coffee making process since it was new to me as a non-coffee drinker, and my wife, the coffee drinker, never used one before. He also provided great local advice for parking in Asheville. Location is very unique since it feels like you’re really away from the city high on the mountain, yet in reality you’re very close to the city and a short drive to the Blueridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate. Even saw a large family of turkeys in the backyard including a mother and her 11 young babies. Very cool!! Great sunsets and even saw fire flies. Kitchenette is functional, but better suited for smaller meals. Wouldn’t plan on large meals for larger groups. Besides that…there are plenty of restaurants near by. Beds are comfortable. Window shades in bedrooms are not blackout shades, and only one bedroom has drapes. Could use drapes in the other bedroom since the window shades let a significant amount of light in the morning. Bathrooms are spacious and strong shower heads.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at it’s finest
It was very relaxing, very charming and very comfortable! We enjoyed the feel of home and especially the views! The hosts are very friendly and welcoming, they have wonderful communication and are very thorough! They went above and beyond, even allowing us to feed their goats!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, Comfortable & Convenient to All Asheville has to Offer
Just a great location with downtown views & lovely sunsets made for a wonderfully relaxing holiday as it was easy to pop back to the rental in between short drives to downtown and the various tourist attractions and restaurants. You could walk to town, however, given the walk back is uphill we chose to drive. The apartment provides wonderful space with the large living room which has a well-stocked kitchenette and one bedroom and bathroom with a huge walk-in shower off of it. The other bedroom is accessed by walking through the entertainment room with pool table and bar/fridge. The second bath is off the pool room. So, two couples sharing have lots of space and privacy as there is a door between the living room and pool room. Despite 90 degree heat the rooms were cool and the mini-splits in both bedrooms offered additional coolness if needed. The convenient location and comfort made for a great visit. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Misinformation
Did not stay. The day before arrival I was informed by the owner there would be a party on the property for the 4th of July. Owner said the property was ready for our arrival. When we arrived (at check in time) someone was cutting and weed eating the lawn (Not ready). Also the only exterior picture on the website is actually the property across the street, not the actual house we were supposed to be staying in. I contacted the host with my concerns and never heard back from him.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
We had a great time. The listing description was accurate and the process was easy, we even saw the goats! The only recommendation we have is to replace the dart board, the bullseye is pretty worn. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hubert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quaint
The views to the comfortability. This is a must stay location. Close downtown and very well done. My family enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dude’s Weekend in Asheville
Awesome location for two dudes drinking their faces off at breweries on Father’s Day weekend. Place was very clean and we walked into town all weekend. Took Ubers home but the rides were short and cheap. Ordered GrubHub, shot pool, and watched basketball/hockey. Great time and would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hideaway
We only had a brief stay in Asheville but I can say enough about how delightful and comfortable the homeowner made this place. The guest house was just right for my family. The views are great, the setting charming, and the accommodations had all we needed and more. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandice K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Location and space were perfect for us. Super close to downtown and convenient for shows at Orange Peel. Hosts were great communicators and ensured all details and information. Thank you for an amazing relaxing stay. PS they have great showers and water pressure!! Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Debi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pathway
Very clean, nice view, pathway to entry door, not recommended for older people. Had we known of the pathway hazard we would not have chosen this rental. Handrail and lights would be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
my stay
Great location close to downtown, top-notch amenities, and the owners were hospitable and accommodating. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, nice walking distance into town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024