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Asheville Urban Nest - Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Asheville

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

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Asheville, NC
  • Popular LocationHarrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWicked Weed Brewing6 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Orange Peel7 min walk
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)18 min drive

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About this property

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

Asheville Urban Nest - Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Asheville

Check our reviews from 19 years of hosting guests. Stay in luxurious accommodations in this tastefully renovated loft right in the heart of downtown Asheville - your home away from home. Everything you could need for your vacation is here: a fully equipped modern kitchen, dining area, comfortable plush queen bed in one bedroom, queen-size sleeper sofa in living room with memory foam mattress, twin bed in second very small room, washer and dryer, 1 40" smart TV in bedroom, 1 48" flat panel TV in living room, Satellite, DVD player, iPhone dock/stereo, central air conditioning, and a large window seat for great people-watching below. See our video on our website for more info: www.ashevilleurbannest.com

This condo was renovated in 2019 and is on the third floor of an historic building that is in the center of downtown. Walk to all of the unique locally owned shops, art galleries, delicious restaurants, theaters, the Fine Art cinema, Pack Place and the Orange Peel for a concert. Most of Asheville's festivals start at Pack Place, and that's just one block away. Park your car in the deck across the street and leave it there! Watch the Christmas Parade go by from the window and take the elevator to the first floor for a first-class dining experience at the Lobster Trap, where they fly in Maine lobsters daily. If you don't feel like venturing out, order up some dinner or appetizers from the Lobster Trap. If you are interested in experiencing what downtown Asheville is all about, you will not find a better location. We have a spa right next door if you need a massage on your way home.

This oasis in the middle of downtown is perfect for those who want a comfortable place to relax in, and to use as a home away from home, as a base for their downtown Asheville explorations. Mature adults only--not a place for college students to come and party. Many guests report how quiet the building is, but there are times that you may hear the noises of city life outside as we are surrounded by restaurants, music venues and shops in the heart of downtown. They don't roll up the sidewalks at 8pm.

The kitchen is fully equipped to cook wonderful meals from local ingredients you pick up at the local tailgate markets downtown on Saturdays and Wednesdays, though with so many wonderful restaurants nearby, you may opt out of cooking altogether. Asheville was chosen by Fodor's as the #1 travel destination in the world! Asheville has become known for it's many locally brewed beers, creative restaurants that use locally grown ingredients, and of course for their arts and crafts communities. The Downtown Urban Nest is within easy walking distance to wine stores, an artisan cheese store, bakeries, every type of restaurant, movie theater and music venues.

If you like the outdoors, you will find endless opportunities within an hour of downtown - hiking, mountain biking, running, ziplining, rock climbing, snow skiing, etc. See our website to hear about our favorites picnic spots and hikes nearby. Find out why so many people are moving here! If you are one of those, we proudly recommend two realtors to drive you around to see what you like.

Parking options for your car, if you bring one, are in the public lots across from the condo (the Rankin Deck and the Civic Center lot), and there are meters on both sides of the building. Parking in the decks is pretty inexpensive for the heart of a very popular city ($20/24 hours). Meters are free after 6pm and all day on Sundays and holidays. If you are going to be arriving on a Friday or Saturday night, know that events may be happening that take up much of the parking in the decks. If you are staying in the busy months (summer and October), know that parking can be a pain and best to park your car and walk or Uber, and just try to avoid arriving dinner time on weekends, when it's most crowded.

Drovers Way and The Nest On Broadway, our two other short term rental properties, are just down the street from the Urban Nest. Ask us about it if the Nest is booked.
The address of the Urban Nest is 51 College St. between Lexington and Haywood St.

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Keywords: Condominium, downtown, Asheville, vacation rentals, modern, contemporary

Property manager

Lynne Harty

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking OR vaping anywhere in the building.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome - just move breakables out of way

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
Note from host: No gatherings other than registered guests
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart Condo
Asheville Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart Downtown Asheville
Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart
Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart Condo
Asheville Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart Downtown Asheville
Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart Condo
Asheville Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart Downtown Asheville
Urban Nest Luxurious Retreat Heart

About the neighborhood

Asheville

This condo is located in Downtown Asheville, a neighborhood in Asheville, and is in the mountains. Biltmore Estate is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Pisgah National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, or consider The Orange Peel for a night out. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and ecotours.

What's nearby

  • Pack Square - 4 min walk
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 5 min walk
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 6 min walk
  • The Orange Peel - 7 min walk
  • Downtown Market Asheville - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capella on 9 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The S&W Market - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪French Broad Chocolate Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Foggy Mountain Brewpub - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Asheville Urban Nest - Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Asheville pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Asheville Urban Nest - Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Asheville?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Asheville Urban Nest - Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Asheville?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Asheville Urban Nest - Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Asheville located?

Located in Downtown Asheville, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Bender Gallery, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, and The Orange Peel. Vance Monument and Colburn Earth Science Museum are just steps away.

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 273 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get Away
Centrally located in downtown Asheville, Urban Nest made our stay very convenient for dining, shopping and walking around. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in downtown Ashevillw
Great location downtown within walking distance of lots of shops, restaurants and cafes. Only bummer was the lack of free parking. There are some metered spots but they are typically full. Parking in the lots was $20 per day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W., Phoenix, AZ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Asheville Loft
The downtown Asheville loft is nicely appointed and comfortable. Easy walking distance to anything in the downtown area. We enjoyed our stay. If only walking like us the French Broad Food Co-Op has the essentials needed. For a good resource for local music events check out livemusicasheville.com. Also, for a great source of local music stream the buzzradioasheville.com.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in downtown Asheville
My family and I had a wonderful stay at the condo. The location was perfect and was close to many restaurants, museums and breweries. Lynne and Steve were very communicative and made sure that everything was taken care of before we arrive. I highly recommend this condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful downtown space
Three friends and I stayed here for the Southern Conference Basketball Tournament. It was a wonderful apartment--well laid out, clean, pleasant, with many amenities (including a wonderful guide to the city). Highly, highly recommended. We'd stay again in a minute! Thanks to the marvelous hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE BEST
This was perhaps the best moderately-priced VRBO we've stayed in, ever. Great location, great apartment, well thought out design and preparation. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed, better than average shower, great light, windows that open, etc. (perhaps only drawback, no cable tv service, so you'll need to use your own Netflix, Hulu, etc.) Regardlesss, You will not do better in Asheville!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay at Urban Nest
We had a great time. The location cannot be beat! Hosts were very responsive and easy to work with. Toiletries and kitchen supplies were fantastic as was the tea/coffee. Such a great time and close to everything..shopping, restaurants, breweries. The only negative was the noise at night from the area restaurants. The bedrooms are set back from the road so its quieter in there than the main room but bring noise cancelling headphones or earplugs if you are a light sleeper and you will be all set. The location outweighs the noise in my opinion. Would absolutely stay again. Thanks for a great weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall visit
We visit Asheville every fall for a continuing education conference. Have stayed in several condos. I believe this to be our favorite. Clean,cozy plenty of space and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
The condo is centrally located and within walking distance to many locations in Asheville. It was beautifully decorated, comfortable and clean. The owners provided detailed instructions for access.it was great to be able to do a load of laundry after a couplen of days of hiking. The parking garage across the street was easy. Overall, I would highly recommend this listing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
We had a wonderful stay. Great location, able to walk to many shops, restaurants and wine rooms. Also toured the Biltmore and did a ghost tour. Home had everything we needed, only suggestion would be to add a full length mirror somewhere in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023