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33 Carolina Lan: High Design Loft on Historic Downtown Alley + Free Parking

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Just inside the entrance of  33 Carolina Lane Loft's main living area with 60" wall mounted tv, adjacent to the second king bed, separated by custom drapes for privacy. Other king bed is in a separate bedroom, just off the dining area.
This  king bed with privacy curtains, off the tv sitting area
33 Carolina Lane accommodates four guests maximum. For additional convenience and comfort , there is a trundle sofa bed in the living room.
A trundle bed is situated adjacent to the tv sitting area. This trundle sofa couch provides additional comfort if any guest who may a need an alternate sleeping accommodation to the two king beds. The loft accommodates a maximum four guests .
The Loft has one full private bathroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Wicked Weed Brewing
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • The Orange Peel
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

33 Carolina Lan: High Design Loft on Historic Downtown Alley + Free Parking

Over 1,300 square-feet and two loft bedrooms, 33 Carolina Lane – a block once dedicated to agricultural industry, today a multi-cultural gathering spot – offers modern amenities and industrial design, with just the right touch of history: Curated artwork and pops of color, designer furnishings and massive flat-screen TVs, exposed ducts and lofted ceilings – all, in perfect balance with wizened walls and striking wood floors, layered with the patina of the past.

FAST, LOCAL SERVICE
Customer service is the cornerstone of our business. We know it begins with your very first email and doesn’t stop until you’ve checked out, a smile on your face.

So, here’s our promise: You’re our priority. We want you to have a fantastic time in Asheville and at 33 Carolina Lane. That’s why we’re 100% local – just minutes away, should the need arise! – and almost always available. We respond to any request within 3 hours (and usually, much sooner). We promise, we won’t leave you hanging.

And that means, no vacation rental nightmares. If you’re locked out, we’re there! If the washing machine breaks down mid-wash, we’re there! Or, if you’re just desperate for a restaurant recommendation, we’re also there. Just a call away, whenever you need us.

Bottom line: We know that the details – the big AND small details – are what count. They can make or break your vacation. So, we’re committed. Committed to you and your Asheville experience. (Reviews don’t lie!)

We look forward to welcoming you to Asheville!

If you’ve ever wandered through downtown Asheville, then you’ve felt the wanderlust (and “wonder-lust)” of this historic warren.

Here, connecting two of the city’s most sought-after streets – W. Walnut and Woodfin/Hiawassee – Carolina Lane is a quiet (for the city) alley, long known to the real Asheville. This is where Oscar winning actress Frances McDormond conspicuously smoked her cigarettes after a day of filming in the area and industry once reigned. And this neighborhood? Well, it’s still a place where restaurants go unadvertised and the best bars have no signs, just a door. A place where high-end art galleries about record shops, upscale shoe stores, and more.

And, while Real Life may be about compromise – sacrifice This to get That – we believe that vacation should be a special time. A time you get both This and That, no compromise required.

33 Carolina Lane is your no-compromise-required destination: both urban and urbane, situated right in the beating heart of our vibrant city. Enveloped by the energy and excitement of downtown life, Unit 33 Carolina Lane embodies and embraces the Asheville scene – a scene that draws designers and artists, creatives and music lovers, foodies and artisanal beverage aficionados alike.

Here’s what awaits:
Dining: Asheville is a food-and-drink dream – there’s a reason Livability named us a Top 10 Foodie City! – and from 33 Carolina, you’re just minutes to much of your must-eat list, including Rhubarb, Curate, Table, Laughing Seed, Posana, Wicked Weed and Mamacita’s.

Shopping: Royal Peasantry and Earth Magick are one street over, while Honeypot Vintage, the Downtown Asheville Tea Room, and Hip Replacements Clothing, among other must-see shops, are located just around the block.
Urban Trail Art Tour: Art lovers, put yourself right in the center of Asheville’s Urban Trail, a 1.7-mile walking tour home to 30+ stops at creative landmarks, public sculptures, dioramas, and more.

Festivals: From Downtown After Five (once a month, in summer) and the Lexington Avenue Arts Fest, to Drum Circle and Art in the Park, downtown Asheville, Lexington Avenue, and the River Arts District are ripe with arts, culture, and creative pursuits.
Chicken Alley: Stray chickens no longer roam downtown Asheville, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pay a visit to historic Chicken Alley, just behind 33 Carolina Lane.

Unbeatable Downtown Location
Don’t come all the way to Asheville, only to stay in the outskirts. 33 Carolina Lane is located on a one-way alley in the absolute heart of downtown, neighbor to the city’s best shopping, dining, drinking, and culture. Walk score: 91 – a Walker’s Paradise!

Striking Design
From exposed brick and combed-concrete walls, to preserved wood floors and custom artwork, 33 Carolina Lane has carefully curated a smorgasbord of unique Asheville flavor: modern yet historically present, industrial but warm.

Upscale amenities
From a 50-inch TV in the living room (and a 50-inch TV in the master) to the kitchen’s gas stove and a full washer/dryer, 33 Carolina Lane offers modern amenities rarely found in historic downtown.

Easy Parking
You don’t need a car at 33 Carolina Lane but if you bring one, you’ll be happy to know that parking is easy to find, with one free space included in your stay, along with convenient nearby parking decks and on street metered parking for a second vehicle.

Fast WiFi
Go on, upload that Asheville selfie! With fast WiFi, you’re as connected as you want to be.

No Stairs
Don’t want to climb stairs? No problem – there aren’t any here.

Locally Managed
There’s nothing like having a local in your back pocket. Unless, it’s having an on-call local in your back pocket! From our favorite no-signage spots to late-night emergencies, our 100% local service delivers both a great experience and peace of mind.

2 King Beds / 1 Full Bath 1,300 sq. ft Private Residential Loft + One Free Off Street Parking Space a block away

Well, you’ve found it.

Welcome to the Holy Grail of Asheville travel: A 2BR loft in the heart of downtown’s shopping district, yet cloaked within the confines of a one-way alley. Quiet (for the city). Historic. Central. The very essence of Asheville’s local core.

This is everyday life, as it’s always been lived. This is Asheville life, as you want to live it.

Because, in a city of micro-neighborhoods, 33 Carolina Lane is exactly where and what you want it to be: A historic building, renewed to industrial-chic design standards. A spacious loft, with enough privacy for two couples. A slice of history, ripe for your experience.

Outside your lime-green front door, downtown Asheville awaits. Step into your own little alley, and you’re just steps from the beating heart of Asheville’s dining, shopping, and cultural scene. From speakeasies and fine dining, to hip shopping and year-round festivals, 33 Carolina Lane puts you within walking distance of all things Asheville.

Yes, you’ve definitely found it. Welcome!

Industrial Loft-Chic Design
In a word, 33 Carolina Lane is curated.

Recently renovated and professionally designed, this home is not quite like anything you’ve ever experienced before. Layered over a patina of history – agricultural industry once reigned on Carolina Lane – the loft is a perfect balance of old and new, past and present.

Combed concrete walls share space with decades-old doors. Timeworn wood floors support modern furnishings. Industrial windows are now layered with reflective privacy mirroring.

And every detail has been hand-picked, curated, and carefully chosen: We have rummaged through estate sales, researched Asheville history, and requested custom pieces, to create a space that speaks to Asheville and to you.

This is your home-away-from home. A 2-bedroom loft thickly layered in texture, color, and legacy. And always, with a nod to modern expectations: A gas stove. Two TVs (60” and 50”) – and each bedroom, with private TV viewing. A washer/dryer. Handpicked local art. A custom headboard. Details, everywhere.

33 Carolina Lane is where modern meets old world, and it couldn’t be any more Asheville. This is the perfect complement to your downtown experience.

Easy Parking
The Loft includes one free off-street designated parking space one block away in a private parking lot.
When it comes to parking, 33 Carolina Lane could just as easily be name Easy Street: parking here is simple! And that’s exactly how it should be, when you’re on vacation.

You don’t need a car to enjoy downtown Asheville (our walk score: 93!), but if you bring one, here are your options:

Guests staying at the loft have access to one free designated off street parking space about one block away. Yay!

Additional Parking Options in Parking Lots & Decks: Both the City of Asheville and Buncombe County operate safe, reliable and inexpensive parking decks. The first half hour is free and the full-day rate is just $20, so feel free to leave a second vehicle overnight. There are several parking decks, as well as a few paid parking lots – pay from your phone with PassportParking app, or by space / cash at the kiosk box (ask us for more details, if you need them) – within walking distance of 33 Carolina Lane; we’ll send all the details with your booking confirmation.

On-Street Parking: While the road just in front of the loft is a loading zone, shimmy just a few feet toward W. Walnut and you can find on-street parking (per availability). Additionally, there are more than 700 on-street metered parking spaces in downtown Asheville. All meters are for short-term parking (two hours or less, as marked), at a cost of $1.50 per hour. On-street metered parking is free on holidays, Sundays, and every day after 6 pm.

Loading Zones: If you’re arriving via taxi, Uber, or Lyft, feel free to unload in one of Asheville’s dedicated loading zones, limited to 30 minutes (or less, as marked).

Property manager

Reservationist, Sarah
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Do not park vehicles in Chicken Alley (runs parallel to Carolina Lane)
$100 fee shall be charged if guests leaves premises later than the designated checkout without communicating need for late check out
Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am

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

Located in Asheville, this apartment is in the city centre. Wicked Weed Brewing and Aston Park Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Colburn Earth Science Museum and Pack Place Education Arts and Science Center. Ready for a night out? Consider Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and The Orange Peel.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pack Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Orange Peel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Europe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bier Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Off The Wagon Dueling Piano Bar Asheville - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Renaissance Asheville - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 33 Carolina Lan: High Design Loft on Historic Downtown Alley + Free Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 33 Carolina Lan: High Design Loft on Historic Downtown Alley + Free Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 33 Carolina Lan: High Design Loft on Historic Downtown Alley + Free Parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 33 Carolina Lan: High Design Loft on Historic Downtown Alley + Free Parking located?

Located in Downtown Asheville, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Asheville Masonic Temple, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and The Orange Peel. Center for Craft, Creativity and Design and Asheville Gem Mine are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Asheville break

Such a convenient location Downtown, in easy walking distance from the centre of town. Lovely soacious apartment, well equiped for all our needs. Helpful and prompt responses to all oir queries
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

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

Large and perfect location

We traveled to Asheville with friends and we loved this space. It is large with an open concept - plenty of space and immaculate. The kitchen area was perfect and very roomy. The location is amazing and very walkable to restaurants and fun. Highly recommended and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey V.

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

Amazing loft

We loved the loft! It was perfect and so much better than a boring hotel room. it was decorated great. It had a wonderful location. It was a fun place to stay with our older kids (20 & 22). We all can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Beautiful loft, prime downtown location

The loft was beautiful -- clean, well-appointed and very comfortable -- and you really can't beat the location! We stayed for a long weekend and loved that we could find plentiful dining, shopping and attractions without having to jump into the car. (Don't miss the Pinball Museum; it was our favorite! For food, the Lobster Trap and Farmer Burger were soooo good; we found Curate overrated.) The parking space was a little further away than we anticipated, but we mostly walked everywhere, so it wasn't a big issue, just something to note. We'd rent again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marn S.

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

Perfect location, great place!

Loved the location, was a great place to stay to see sites and experience downtown food and drinks. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Perfect Hideaway in the Middle of Everything

Eclectic loft space in downtown Asheville, clean and comfortable and walking distance to dining, bars, entertainment. We were in Asheville for the first time and really liked the vibe of the space and how central it is.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Great Location great stay

Great location for exploring Asheville, really nice accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M., Austin

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

Perfect location, awesome accomodations!

The property was walking distance from everything downtown, was well appointed, and had a seamless checkout process compared to other places I’ve stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C.

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

Wonderful place!

Loved the location and the entire experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Nice

Overall clean and very comfortable, close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara A.

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

Wonderful downtown apartment

We enjoyed our stay! This apartment was in the best location! It was super clean and comfortable! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

A perfect hideaway

Perfect location in the heart of Asheville. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil N.

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

Funky spot and conveniently located!

Funky spot and conveniently located! Definitely recommend it if you want to see Asheville and walk around the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Perfect place tonstay

33 Carolina was an awesome place to stay. Great for four people, well stocked kitchen, super comfortable beds, fantastic location.

10/10 Excellent

Caleb P., Memphis

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

Perfect location!

We had a great time spending Thanksgiving weekend here. Walkable to almost everything downtown. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Great apartment in historic building

The house has been beautifully renovated out of a historic building right in downtown and close to everything. I was surprised that being right on chicken alley, which is supposed to be North Carolina’s most haunted street. We did not receive any ghostly visitors during our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C., Marietta

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

Perfect location

This is a great find with everything you need to be comfortable during your Asheville stay. The location is perfect with easy walking distance to pretty much everything downtown Asheville offers. Easy to find, off highway and free parking for 1 car a plus. Also, the space is bigger than the pictures indicate - you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna D.

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

Great downtown location

We enjoyed our stay! Great location. The place is very clean and comfortable. We also found that it was thoughtfully stocked with just the right amenities for our long weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Emily P.

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

Great location, unfortunate skylight

The property is in a perfect location with all of the shops and restaurants within walking distance. The inside is so cute and big enough to fit many comfortably. The main downside is a skylight directly above the main bed which is not ideal if you’d like to sleep in past about 6 am.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla H.

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

Wonderful little spot for the weekend!

We had a great time at this super neat apartment! The pictures are exactly what you get and the modern but older detail is so interesting. The walk to the heart of downtown and all the stores and restaurants is right around the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

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

Great studio apartment

This place is absolutely perfect. If you want the real feeling staying in Asheville you’re close to everything so you don’t have to take your car or you can just park it and go enjoy the town. The place was absolutely beautiful and clean. We will happily stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

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

Great! Easy. Perfect location

Great lovation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

So Fun, Ideal Location

A perfect location in the center of Asheville activity. The ‘loft’ was airy and spacious. Had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara D.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location, walking distance from everything! Wished we could have stayed a bit longer! Property is gorgeous inside - and spotless!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Great Find

Super convenient location, close to everything. Clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Reservationist, Sarah

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Growing up Santa Fe, NM I saw a unique blend of artistic community, endless outdoor opportunities, interesting history, beautiful landscapes, and a diverse mix of cultures.

Though far from Santa Fe and a different climate, I arrived in Asheville in the early 90’s to practice Chinese Medicine and felt some of the same elements at play. Asheville was not well known, but you could feel the energy building and the mixture of art, landscape, environment, history and community all coming together. It reminded me of my ‘early days’ in Santa Fe. One of my closest friends was Andy Brokmeyer, who I told for several years that he needed to come to Asheville, as it was a dynamic and exciting place. We were also avid kayakers, and Asheville has been a Mecca for kayaking since the early days of the sport so I knew I could lure him out with the promise of all the great rivers in the area.

He came out ‘for a visit’ and hasn’t left. That was 16 years ago.
Asheville has grown into the most happening place in the region, far beyond my expectations, and has sustained an authentic, community oriented and dynamic quality. Like my dad used to say about few places, it has ‘cultural energy’.

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