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6-BD 5-BA Lodge. 1.5 Mi to town, 4400 sqft, Mtn Views, sleeps 12-18, pets OK!

6-BD 5-BA Lodge. 1.5 Mi to town, 4400 sqft, Mtn Views, sleeps 12-18, pets OK!

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Cathedral ceilings in great room brings in light for the art and slate fireplace
Open a bottle of wine and settle in on the deck. Ahhh!
Dining seats 12 at local artisan handmade 48" x 120"" reclaimed hemlock table.
Traditional North Carolina rocking chairs await you  at the entrance.
Great room seats 14 comfortably in deep plush armchairs and sofas.

Overview of 6-BD 5-BA Lodge. 1.5 Mi to town, 4400 sqft, Mtn Views, sleeps 12-18, pets OK!

5 out of 5 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20409 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Asheville, NC
  • Popular LocationThe Orange Peel4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrove Park Country Club7 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)22 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

6-BD 5-BA Lodge. 1.5 Mi to town, 4400 sqft, Mtn Views, sleeps 12-18, pets OK!

Summer Special: Book a week and only pay for six nights, June 1 thru September 6!

(If you love this house but it's booked for your dates, please see my other large home: The art-filled Potter's House at 1050595.)

Now, about the house:

Looking for the perfect combination of modern convenience, lodge-like settings, secluded woods, mountain views, and art-filled decor -- but still close to everything? TreeTops Lodge is for you. At 4,400 square feet, this contemporary cathedral-ceilinged house has all the upgrades of modern living -- luxurious baths, granite countertops with state-of-the-art appliances -- but with the feel of an old lodge, nestled in the woods, 1000 feet above Asheville with ever-changing woods and long-range views.

With an enclosed sun porch, a private deck on the ground level and expansive patio/deck off the living room (complete with patio furniture for 12 and a BBQ grill), the outdoor space rivals the indoor! From the main deck, you have northeastern and southern views of the nearby ridges, and lush greenery (or fiery fall foliage!) within reach.

The house features a cathedral ceiling living room with fireplace focal point, deep plush armchairs and sofas with two distinct seating areas. The nearby dining room features a massive dining table that can seat 14, hand-made by a local artisan using local sustainably harvested hemlock. Both the high-ceilinged living room and dining room contain art pieces I have acquired over the years, much of which is by local River Arts District weavers, potters, sculptors and oil painters.

Whether you cook every meal at home, or just grab a bite in the morning and sample the great local restaurant at night, you'll appreciate the massive kitchen off the living room, with its own six-person breakfast nook, ample granite countertops, two refrigerators, two ovens, two sinks, and state-of-the-art gas appliances.

Beyond the kitchen in the south wing is the master bedroom with king bed and a trundle daybed that sleeps two more, with the largest of the private bathrooms with jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, double vanity and giant walk-in closet. The Mission-style king bed and daybed in this room were both hand-crafted by a local artisan using locally source Appalachian pine.

The other two large king-bed bedrooms on the main floor are in the north wing. They share one and half baths, including a large marble-lined shower. The plantation-style king in one room is also handmade by the same artisan who build the Mission bed in the Master. The other king headboard is made from two queen headboards that Asheville's historic Grove Park Inn used in the 1920s which were sold to the public in 1976 when the Inn was remodeled. Both rooms also feature local art.

Downstairs features a very large family room with regulation-sized pool table, a second small kitchen and bar, an additional two full baths bath -- and the remaining three bedrooms - a queen room that sleeps two, a room with two twin-over-full bunkthat sleeps four (or even 6) and the kids' "bunkhouse" bedroom with two bunk beds for four more. That adds up to a total sleeping count of 20.

The house, however, is not designed to support 20 adults. The bunks are better used for kids, and I generally prefer to rent to no more than 12 adults. Most of my booking are large extended families coming to Asheville for family events like a wedding or a reunion. I try to be thoughtful of the neighbors, and renting to families keeps the number of cars and noise level in the neighborhood to a minimum. I ask guest to please park in the large driveway and parking pad, not on the main road, as a courtesy to my neighbors.

The house is situated on a steep hill, surrounded by 3.5 acres of forest, out of sight from neighbors. The road to the house and the driveway are NOT steep. But with the hillside falling off quickly below the house, there is not a lot of yard. The huge deck seems to float among the tree tops, offering shade when you want it, but magical views of far-off mountains. It will be easy to forget that you are less than a mile from Starbucks, fine dining, groceries, breweries and other conveniences.

The house itself is on level ground, with only one step up onto the porch to enter. Once in the house (up that one step), the entire main floor and deck are handicap accessible and wheel-chair friendly. Past guests with elderly or frail parents or grandparents have found the house well-suited to those with limited mobility. There is a portable wheelchair ramp in the hall closet near the front door that can be used for that one front step.

I have lived in or visited Asheville on and off for more than 20 years. This house is my home about three months of the year. There is so much to do and see here. If you are planning a trip, book tickets to the Biltmore early. My house has lots of brochures about other local activities, and I can always provide a restaurant idea or two.

I hope you will choose to stay at TreeTops Lodge. Regardless of where you choose to stay, and whether you are coming for the art or the beer, please enjoy your time in America's most magical and relaxed mountain town.

I do not advertise on craigslist. If you see the ad there it is a scam. Please report it! If you are more than 12 people, I may have to raise the cleaning fee by $100. It can take two people most of a day to clean up after larger groups. If your stay creates a "turn" where staff only have five hour to prepare the house for the next guests, I will also need to charge an additional $100. I value my cleaning staff and there families, and I compensate my cleaning team ( and landscaping and maintenance people) and at a living wage, well above the minimum. Please join me in supporting our service workers in Asheville's tourist economy!

Property manager

Mike Smith
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Great for kids. Extra bunk beds available.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dog friendly! But please ask first.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Asheville

Located in Asheville, this vacation home is in the city center. Travelers 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 Biltmore Estate and Pisgah National Forest. Traveling with kids? Consider Colburn Earth Science Museum, or check out an event or a game at The Orange Peel. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Pack Square - 4 min drive
  • Thomas Wolfe Memorial - 4 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 4 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 5 min drive
  • Grove Park Country Club - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Cracker Barrel - 5 min drive
  • Panda Express - 5 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 6 min drive

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Mindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
The house was great and just as described. Perfect for our family get together!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic (huge) property
The stay was wonderful. 5 stars across the board.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Marty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, close to town. Great for a group.
Lovely place nestled in the hills near Asheville. Really enjoyed the stay, close to breweries, hiking and the proximity to grocery stores, etc made it an easy place to be. Enjoyed a ton!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious mountain getaway
This house was amazing - big, clean, and in the perfect location to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway or downtown Asheville. Amazing views from the deck too. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Luke N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Asheville stay
Awesome house, great location, everything was exactly as advertised. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike Smith

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I have lived in San Francisco since 1986 but have been splitting my time between there and Asheville, where my parents and two siblings live, for 20 years. I love the arts scene in Asheville, and there is so much to do outdoors! I am the co-founder the AIDS Memorial Quilt, which started on my back porch in 1987. (Younger people have no clue what this is, but a Google search should help...) I've been running AIDS or LGBT organizations my whole adult life and enjoy the community-building aspect of what I do. After 13 years, I recently stepped down as executive director of AIDS Emergency Fund and Breast Cancer Emergency Fund, two related non-profits that help low income people pay their basic living costs while disabled or going through surgery, chemo or radiation. Asheville has always been my escape space and un-stressing zone. I know it will be yours, too! Whether it’s a gallery opening, dinner with extended family, or just watching the Fall foliage, I know I can leave the rat race behind here.

Why they chose this property

There is something magical about life in a forest, watching the season change from every window -- on 4 acres, out of sight of neighbors, but SO close to town. I fell in love with the long-range views, the fireplace, and the quick access to everything. Although I spend most of the year in San Francisco, I am here about three months of the year. It would be a shame for a big house like this to sit empty, so I am sharing it with you. I've downsized a bit in San Francisco, and have sent most of my big art pieces to this house, including many pieces from local Asheville artists, that I have acquired over the years. This in my retreat house, with the birds in the trees (and at the feeder) and the sound of the wind. Art galleries in town and the working artists' studios of the River Arts District are my daily hunting grounds when I am here. But the quick drive back up the mountain to the house nourishes my soul.

What makes this property unique

I love the seclusion, the access to town, the modern conveniences of a newer house, the soaring cathedral ceilings, having all my art accessible around me, and sharing it with new friends.

Languages:

English

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