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Critter Hill Studio Apt. close to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway

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Majestic sunsets from your private front porch.
Morning clouds rising to meet the lovely mountains.
Country setting within minutes of Asheville's finest.
1/2 acre fenced in area for your four-legged pooches to stretch their legs.
Plenty of fenced in outdoor area for critters to play

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 458.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Leicester, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Studio

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Shower and bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Critter Hill Studio Apt. close to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway

Spacious but cozy 625 square foot studio apartment over our two-car garage with private entrance, located on a secluded two-acre site in the beautiful North Carolina countryside just 7.5 miles from all downtown Asheville has to offer. Amazing mountain views. Close to great food, beer, music, art, tons of outdoor activities, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Electronic keypad contact-free check-in. Strict adherence to CDC COVID and VRBO cleaning recommendations. Fourteen steps to access the apartment.

In true Asheville fashion, we gladly welcome people of all gender identities, races, orientations, and religions.

-Perfect for hikers and outdoor people, families with small children, history buffs, motorcyclists, or couple-time. Time to explore and unwind with day trips to great shopping, historical attractions, river fun, or hikes and nights filled with great food, drinks, music or just chilling on the front porch watching gorgeous sunsets.

-Thirty minutes to the historic Biltmore Estate.

-Surrounded by some of the best motorcycle roads in the country. Private entrance. Garage parking for motorcycles. Secure private parking for cars.

-Dog-friendly with access to a large, 1/2 acre fenced area. Pet fee of $50 per pet. Two dog limit. Pets must be in a crate if left. Crate for 50-60lb. available upon request. Please let us know how many pets you're bringing.

-Full kitchen.

- Outdoor seating area with table, chairs, grill, and umbrella

-Wireless internet. Television available, BRING YOUR DONGLE OR CABLES FOR STREAMING. Google Mesh wi-fi system for the entire residence providing 400 Mbps that allows for Zoom and streaming services with no buffering.

-Queen-sized bed and 1 futon.

-HEPA air-filter/purifier and solar-powered home.

*Owners are happy to provide great tips for every part of your visit.

-Two-night minimum.

*Need more room for family or friends? See our 2 BDRM Luxe Apt., #2081423.

Property manager

Laurie Assid and Mike Figielski

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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: limit 2 total
$45 per pet per visit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You are responsible for any damages to the property by you or anyone in your party during your stay.
Absolutely no parties. No guests. Only guests listed on your booking request allowed. Special circumstances, let us know.
Weapons/firearms not allowed on property.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leicester

Located in Leicester, this apartment is in the mountains. 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 Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Asheville Pinball Museum and Colburn Earth Science Museum are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking in the area.
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Leicester, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • The Orange Peel - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 29 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Madness - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Critter Hill Studio Apt. close to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Critter Hill Studio Apt. close to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Critter Hill Studio Apt. close to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Critter Hill Studio Apt. close to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Leicester Branch Library, French Broad River and Asheville Treetops Adventure Park. New Belgium Brewing Company and Center for Spiritual Living are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P., Concord, NC

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

Great location

Easy to check in, super cute studio with all amenities you could ask for.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R.

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

great place

Very comfortable , peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Amazing!

Great communication and consideration! Amazing hosts that I highly rec. Especially if you're traveling with pets which can be really hard to plan around!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Dog friendly studio

We had a great visit at critter hill. The studio was clean and well designed. The owners provided all the extras you need when traveling with a dog: bowls, crate, dirty paw towels, etc. There is a nice-sized, fenced in backyard for playtime. The location is just outside west Asheville, so it’s an short drive into town. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Dorothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Kitchen good, bed comfortable, clean. Temperature 67 and adjusted by owner (who did raise some on request). Strong smell of dog on arrival. No view of mountains, not a great neighborhood.. Do not recommend for special get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R.

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

we enjoyed our stay

Everything was nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

ellen C.

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

Stay in Leicester

Perfectly adequate for our needs and nice amenities, and very clean👍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

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

Extended stay

I was there for work in Asheville. It was a short drive. And very peaceful for daytime sleeping. It was a great two month stay.
Stayed 69 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

Critter Hill Perfection

This is an immaculate studio over the garage. It is well stocked with all the essentials plus some! I never met the owners, but we were in communication via texts and they were very responsive. A beautiful fenced backyard for your critter.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Great place to stay for Asheville visit

Laurie and Mike are great hosts - the apartment was clean and well-stocked, and the property itself is quiet while still being convenient to downtown Asheville. Check-in and check-out were simple and easy, and I had no issues of note during my stay. I would gladly stay again next time I come to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Asheville Meet Up

Came to Asheville from Illinois to meet up with my daughter/SIL who were traveling from Texas to Maryland. We both had our pups and really appreciated the backyard for free roaming time. We cooked in and found all the utensils we needed. We went out hiking and enjoyed coming back to a cozy spot for movies. Overall, a great place to hang out.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Excellent Stay

Perfect place not to far from downtown Asheville. It was very cozy and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Celia V., Saint Augustine, FL

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

Very nice studio!

Super well stocked studio over owners’ garage. Nicely furnished and a great rental if you have a dog. Quiet neighborhood and close to everything in Asheville. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Quick weekend

We had a 2 night stay in NC for a lacrosse tourney. This was the perfect place. The location made it easy for us to pick up food quickly when needed and it was easy to navigate to the places we needed to go to. We would definitely recommend to family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Critter Hill Oasis

Nice property close to town. Not recommended if you can't handle stairs, though. Otherwise, peaceful & very clean. Paved driveway was great. Comfy bed & larger than it looks in the pictures. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K., Vincennes

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

Secluded yet close to Asheville

This was a great location, and we were able to bring our dog! We didn’t want to be right in town, but we wanted to be able to get to Asheville quickly. This was perfect! The fenced in yard area was great. The hosts were very helpful and responsive to everything we needed. They even had a dog crate that was big enough for our 60 lb dog. They have compiled an information book on the area that is full of great suggestions. We would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

17th Anniversary

My husband and I were looking to get away for some rest and relaxation and we were able to get both on this stay. The owners were very nice and accomidating and the unit was clean and cozy. The Biltmore was an easy 20 minute ride and shopping and dining were easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

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

Best of Both Worlds

The stay was awesome! Very nice people and easy to talk to. It didnt feel awkward and you still were secluded but close to everything. Best of both worlds with Ashville and nature so close by!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

April Y.

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

Home away!

The overall experience was amazing! The owners really went above expectations with accommodations. It truly felt like home and my pup had everything he could of needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melia R., Birmingham, AL

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

Very clean!

We loved staying here! Very clean! Very nice and great communication! Only thing we would suggest is a broom and dust Pan. Thank you for having our family! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

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

Wonderful Stay

Had a wonderful time at this property. Mike and Laurie were great hosts and the space was incredibly clean. I would definitely recommend this to others and would be happy to stay again! Close to downtown Asheville and works as a good base for many outdoor activities!

About the host

Hosted by Laurie Assid and Mike Figielski

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Mike and I are a couple of North Carolina transplants who absolutely adore this area and we're happy to share tips, ideas, and recommendations galore.

Why they chose this property

We provide a country setting minutes from everything you could hope to do in one of the most enjoyable and highly recommended cities in the country.

What makes this property unique

Privacy, recommendations... we love to chat but won't interfere with your vacation time.

Languages:

English
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