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Top rated w/recent upgrades! Near Biltmore & downtown, fire pit, dog friendly

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Front of house and driveway
Front of house
fire pit and patio - twilight relaxation!
main level open living space
living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Blue Ridge National Heritage Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2 - main level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - main level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - upper level

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom - main level

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Top rated w/recent upgrades! Near Biltmore & downtown, fire pit, dog friendly

As of January 2025 we have 274, 5-star reviews out of 276 total!!! There is a reason :) This 2,000 sq. ft. home, built by the owners in 2016, is very private yet close to it all. The common areas are spacious and open . . . ideal for sharing time together and relaxing. The living room has very comfortable seating, a gas fireplace and TV. The wood dining table is BIG, and includes 8 chairs. The kitchen has a large island with "breakfast bar" seating, clean stainless steel appliances and white cabinets filled with a wide range of cooking supplies, utensils, etc.. We outfitted the bedrooms with super comfortable mattresses and soft cotton and micro-fiber sheets, along with quality dressers and nightstands. The bathrooms, with granite vanity countertops, stay sparkling clean! We created a "hang-out" room in the upper level (with 50" flat screen TV). For your outdoor time we fenced in the back yard where we have a patio, table and chairs, gas grill and a beautiful fire pit surrounded by boulders and landscaping. It's just one of those places that feels good both inside and out, and we'd love you stay with us!

Centrally located, the home is just 4 miles to downtown Asheville, 2 miles to the Biltmore Estate and Village. Shopping, groceries and multiple restaurants are within 2 miles and less than 2 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway, I-240 and I-40. Everything around Asheville is quick and easy from our location!

Pet policy: though we love all animals, due to allergies we allow dogs only and just one per booking. If you plan to bring a dog there is a $100 fee . . . please be sure to check the box that you will be bringing a pet.

Book our home and you will see why our guests' ratings have put us in the TOP 1% most highly rated short-term rentals in Asheville.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you smoke, please do so outside - thanks!
please see rental agreement before booking

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Asheville

Oakley, a neighbourhood in Asheville, is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Biltmore Estate. Ready for a night out? Consider The Orange Peel and Grey Eagle. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Blue Ridge National Heritage Area - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Western North Carolina Nature Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Orale’s Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Juicy Lucy's Burger Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Highland Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top rated w/recent upgrades! Near Biltmore & downtown, fire pit, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Top rated w/recent upgrades! Near Biltmore & downtown, fire pit, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top rated w/recent upgrades! Near Biltmore & downtown, fire pit, dog friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top rated w/recent upgrades! Near Biltmore & downtown, fire pit, dog friendly located?

Located in Oakley, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Asheville's Fun Depot and within 3 miles (5 km) of Galilean Fisherman Free School and Western North Carolina Nature Center. Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Historic Biltmore Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 291 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place situated close to Biltmore Estate and downtown Asheville. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The home accommodated 11 of us comfortably, was spotless, and had everything we needed. The location was perfect, and check-in/check-out were a breeze. We’d definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Loved this place! Close to all the Asheville hot spots and was a perfect home base for a wedding weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean cozy place, & hosts are quick to respond w/ answers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing! So clean, great location, perfect for a large family and they allow dogs. I loved the little details such as full length mirrors in a couple of the rooms and a pet basket with sheets for furniture and towels for their paws. Highly recommend and hope to be back on another visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

The property was close to attractions and gave a comfortable home away from home vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Vacationer

David’s property was the perfect place to stay while we came and visited Asheville. Super convenient to downtown and Biltmore. The place was very clean when we checked in and David was very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister trip

Good location for a visit to the Biltmore and to area restaurants. . the house had comfortable beds and was very clean and inviting. Thank you for having such a nice place to be able to sit back and relax after a day of enjoying Asheville.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family surprise

Five family members, my husband and I traveled to Asheville to surprise my sister for her 70th birthday. We found the host to be easy to communicate with, the house clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we needed for our long weekend. The neighborhood was quiet and the location convenient to many of the places we wanted to visit. We would recommend this home to anyone wanting to visit Asheville. Thank you to our host for sharing your lovely home with us
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quiet comfy stay in Asheville

We’ve been visiting Asheville for almost 20 years and really enjoyed our stay here. The neighborhood was quiet and in a good location for us. The beds & couches were comfy and the house had lots of space and amenities. Hosts gave us all the information we needed and were very responsive to messages. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We came for family wedding at the Biltmore! Location was excellent, house great and bed’s comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

July 4 stay

Very professional and polite owner… Made every effort to ensure we would enjoy our stay we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

Me and some friends gathered for a girls weekend. The house was beautiful, comfortable and clean. Location was great to everything we needed to get to. Hosts were responsive and good communicators.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Durell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Guy’s Weekend

Had a great stay! House was very clean and modern. Hosts were easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our 3rd visit

This is a perfect getaway for our family. It has a neighborhood feel and is close to plenty of local attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Very welcoming and comfortable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great crash pad

The property was exactly as listed and the location was perfect for a relaxing weekend in Asheville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay with family

Clean, quiet, safe, exactly as described in posting. Very happy with the stay! Will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ashville Gem

this was a perfect house for my friends together for a long weekend. Very nicely decorated had all the essentials decor in location were perfect. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Wedding

Very clean, spacious, well furnished and location could not be better for Asheville. Would stay here again when visiting family.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Very clean and organized, from the booking process to the checking in and the property itself. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

Space was perfect for my family and we enjoyed our thanksgiving meal together
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

DeRetta R., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

From the moment I reserved the house until we left, everything was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Asheville neighborhood

Convenient, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dave Ulrichs

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Elyse and Dave have lived in Asheville since 2002. They love living here and are excited to have a place for people to stay when visiting this amazing town.

Why they chose this property

In 2016 we set out to find the perfect lot on which to build a brand new vacation rental property. Being a general contractor allowed Dave to design a warm, cozy home and make it a reality. Construction took place through the Summer of 2016 and the finishing touches were done in September. We hope you love this home as much as we do!

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