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Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min

Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min

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Entry deck above covered porch off lower bedroom, parking left, driveway right
driveway from Alley to the right
Living room & deck beyond, kitchen to right, 2012
Living/Dining rm 2015, standing at front door, stair down at left
standing at stair, living room behind me, looking into kitchen

Overview of Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Popular LocationHarrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville12 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of North Carolina at Asheville17 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Orange Peel3 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Downstairs BR (bigger)

1 Queen Bed

upstairs BR

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min

This cozy two-story 1905 Carriage House was renovated over the last 50 years to function as a modern home while retaining historic integrity and charm (the main house burned down in the 70's). This was my architectural design studio while I lived in the cottage next door, during the construction of my new home on the front part of the property about 8 years ago (featured in Fall 2010 Fine Homebuilding magazine).
Accessed by a quiet old narrow carriage alley, within 12 min walk to our vibrant downtown, UNCA, and convenient to I-240, yet in the middle of a registered historic neighborhood of lovingly restored homes and B&B's, huge hardwood trees, brick sidewalks and a greenway along a creek.
Wood floors and windows throughout, tastefully furnished with leather couch, table for 6, W/D, fully equipped kitchen (incl utensils, pots/pans, cooktop, microwave, etc), (no DW), two sets of linens, comforters, etc., CATV, wireless internet, and all utilities included. 12mb wireless network is private, but shared with the cottage next door.
The House is on two levels, with the larger master bedroom and bath (with shower) on the lower level (unfinished storage bay makes up the remainder of the ground level), with a door spilling out to the covered stone patio. Other rooms are upstairs, including a second bedroom and bath, with a clawfoot tub, the living area flowing out to a large elevated deck tucked under a mature tree canopy, surrounded by lush landscaping creating privacy and shade.
The Carriage House is adjacent to my circa 1940 rental cottage (#431599)
30 day minimum, unless gaps between reservations allow shorter stay, 2 week min.
Also within 10 min walk to Wholefoods grocery, Trader Joes, YMCA and yoga studios. Montford has several great neighborhood restaurants, parks, and a historic cemetery. . This is a perfect place to stay while relocating.
The driveway from the one-way alley is between two stone walls and is tight, so large SUV's or trucks are discouraged, others require a little patience until you get the hang of it. Parking for three cars is shared with the cottage, so one car each unit is preferred.

I live and work on the other side of a lush evergreen hedgerow, in case something needs attention.

Property manager

Michael McDonough

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Asheville

This holiday home is located in Historic Montford, a neighbourhood in Asheville, and is in the mountains. Shoppers can check out Asheville Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Biltmore Estate and Pisgah National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville or The Orange Peel. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 12 min walk
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 17 min walk
  • Downtown Market Asheville - 18 min walk
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 3 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 15 min walk
  • The Bier Garden - 14 min walk
  • Five Points Restaurant - 8 min walk
  • Battery Park Book Exchange And Champagne Bar - 14 min walk
  • Noble Cider Downtown - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min located?

Located in Historic Montford, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Asheville Visitor Center and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

laura j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a wonderful glimpse into the pulse of the community
wonderful, aesthetically pleasing and well equipped hideaway ,close to town. Michael was very pleasant and helpful. (His binder of information was excellent.) and all this is within walking to 3 wonderful eateries. my only problem occurred with the entrance drive to the ample parking area. It is a very tight, curved driveway, with rock wall on either side. I guess my car is too big. I needed my 4 side cameras each time to enter and leave. the home provided a wonderful introduction to Asheville.
Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage in the woods
We knew we would love this place when two little chickens met us at our car. Close to 3 great grocery stores and 2 restaurants we frequented a lot. So close to downtown that we found it easier to Uber than drive and park. No pay channels so we brought our IPad and watched movies on that. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our Asheville adventure
The carriage house location is perfect for walking to Downtown Asheville, grocery stores, UNC tailgate, neighborhood restaurants, historic cemetery, and parks. I loved the quiet neighborhood and the glorious sound of birds. It’s a quick ride to the Riverfront Arts District and other neighboring communities. Also easy ride to Blue Ridge Parkway and NC Arboretum. Our Asheville adventure was wonderful with the carriage house and it’s perfect location contributing to that experience.
Stayed 33 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in great neighborhood
We loved our stay. The hone us furnished well and very comfortable. It was private and close to all that Asheville has to offer. The only drawback was the narrow entrance to the place from the alley. Otherwise it would have rated a 5.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sylvia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a perfect location
The carriage house is a perfectly sized space for friends or couples, with a separate entrance to the second bedroom/bathroom. It’s in walking distance to everything. I thoroughly enjoyed being there.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael McDonough

Host profile image
Busy Architect with small firm, father of two, active in local Civic & Cultural issues, President of neighborhood association, tennis, volleyball, mountain-biking.

Why they chose this property

In the center of the Historic district, 10 min walk to downtown, on quiet alleyway location, Owner lives next door.

What makes this property unique

near everything but the beach
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