Cottage · Hot Tub · EV Charger · Fire Pit

Step outside onto your private covered deck as steam rises from the hot tub, rhododendrons rustling in cool mountain air. The Blue Ridge Parkway is three miles away. Biltmore Estate is 20 minutes down the road. Downtown Asheville's breweries, galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants are close enough for a spontaneous evening out — and this quiet wooded retreat is always waiting when you come home.

ABOUT THIS SPACE
The Laurel is a single-level cottage (once inside) nestled in a serene wooded community just outside Asheville. No stairs inside. A warm, thoughtful layout that feels like a real home. Whether you're here for a long weekend or an extended stay, everything is set up for genuine comfort from the moment you walk in.

Bedroom & Bathroom: Sleep on a Helix hybrid king mattress with hotel-quality linens, a full closet, and a dresser for unpacking properly. The en-suite full bath connects to both bedroom and living area — bright, airy tub/shower combo, stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryer, and fresh towels.

Living Room: An electric fireplace anchors this warm room — the kind you sink into after a day on the trails. Watch movies on the 55-inch 4K Roku Smart TV, play board games, or just let the mountain quiet settle in. A queen sleeper sofa accommodates a third or fourth guest.

Kitchen & Dining: Open-concept with natural oak cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Blender, drip coffee maker, regular coffee & teas included, toaster, full cookware set, knife block, wine glasses. Breakfast bar for quick mornings; dining table for slower ones.

Outdoor Space: Your private covered deck holds a hot tub (towels provided) and an electric BBQ grill. The shared backyard has a community fire pit with Adirondack chairs, and firewood included — slow evenings, better conversations, genuine nights under the stars.

Also included: in-unit washer/dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, dedicated workspace, EV charger, iron/ironing board, private entrance, and driveway.

Note: The Laurel is one half of a side-by-side duplex — Rosewood cottage has its own entrance, driveway, and soundproofing between units.

LOCATION & WHAT'S NEARBY
NC Arboretum — 5 min: 434 acres of gardens and trails, including a nationally recognized bonsai collection.
Blue Ridge Parkway (Milepost 393) — 3 miles: One of America's most celebrated scenic drives. Pull off at any overlook and understand why people move here.
Biltmore Estate — 20 min: America's largest privately owned home with a full winery and 8,000 acres. As a Biltmore Partner property, guests receive discounted admission — ask at the time of booking.
Downtown Asheville — 15 min: River Arts District, Grove Arcade, and Asheville's acclaimed independent restaurants and craft breweries.
Pisgah National Forest — 20 min: Hundreds of miles of trails and waterfalls. Looking Glass Falls is 30 minutes out.
Asheville Hot Air Balloons — 20 min: Morning flights over the mountains; couples' packages available.
Asheville Salt Cave — 15 min: Himalayan salt spa — deeply restorative after a day outdoors.
Wicked Weed / Burial Beer / Hi-Wire Brewing — 15 min: Asheville has more craft breweries per capita than almost anywhere in the US.
Groceries, gas, and pharmacies are all within 5 minutes.

WHO THIS HOME IS BEST FOR

COUPLES ON A ROMANTIC ESCAPE: King bed, private hot tub, fire pit evenings, discounted Biltmore tickets, and Asheville's restaurant scene. Cook in one night; let the city's chefs handle the next.

REMOTE WORKERS: Fast Wi-Fi, dedicated workspace, in-unit laundry, full kitchen, EV charger. The quiet neighborhood and single-level layout make focus time easier than most rentals.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURERS: Blue Ridge Parkway 3 miles out, Pisgah 20 minutes away. Come back trail-dirty, run the washer, ease into the hot tub.

SOLO TRAVELERS: Private entrance, calm neighborhood, accessible single-level floor plan — genuinely welcoming for guests traveling alone.

EV DRIVERS: On-site charging is rare in short-term rentals. Wake up with a full charge every morning.

GUEST ACCESS
Self-check-in via digital keypad — personalized code arrives 24 hours before check-in. Full access to the home and community amenities, including the fire pit. Exterior Ring camera covers the entrance and fire pit area (motion-activated, records audio during motion). No cameras inside. Two steps to the entrance landing, gravel paths, and natural terrain on site.

PARKING
Private driveway for 2 vehicles; accommodates one vehicle with a tow-behind trailer up to 25 ft. On-site EV charger at no additional charge. No street parking needed.

HOUSE RULES
Check-in 4:00 PM / Check-out 10:00 AM. Early/late requests considered on availability — message in advance. $25 fee for arrivals more than one hour before 4:00 PM or departures more than one hour after 10:00 AM.

Please respect neighbors after 9:00 PM on the deck and in the backyard. No smoking. Do not tamper with the exterior Ring camera.

We're independent hosts who care about every stay. Message us directly if anything needs attention — we'll make it right. We look forward to welcoming you to The Laurel.

Quiet Hours: Please observe quiet hours between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM. Our property is in a residential neighborhood, and we ask for your cooperation in respecting our neighbors.

Violation: Noise complaints reported by neighbors will result in immediate reservation cancellation with no refund and removal from the property.**

NOTES

*In accordance with the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act (VRA) Chapter 42A, guests are required to sign a rental agreement.*

**Hot Tub Service: Routine service is performed on Tuesdays between 10 AM and 2 PM. Due to the enclosed deck location, the technician will briefly walk through the living room to access the hot tub.**