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The Colby Loft is in the iconic S&W Building!

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Fireplace

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Asheville, NC

Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville5 min walk
The Orange Peel7 min walk
Wicked Weed Brewing8 min walk
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)18 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Above all else the location is FANTASTIC. It is in the heart of Asheville and an easy walk to just about everything.. Th...

David B.

Mar 3, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Room Suite

1 Queen Bed

Guest Room Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite full Bath (#1)

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite full Bath (#2)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Colby Loft: Downtown Asheville Loft in Historic S&W Building

Colby Loft is one of downtown Asheville's original vacation rentals, located in the historic & fully renovated S&W Building, providing truly luxurious accommodations! Walkable to everything in downtown Asheville with restaurants right outside your front door, with easy access via car to literally everything in the area for outdoor enthusiasts & more.
Come live downtown for awhile & create your own memories!

Location:
Downtown Asheville business district; right across from Pritchard Park in the heart of downtown.

Accommodations:
(Sleeps 4-7) 2 bedroom, 2 full baths
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 4 Max. Occupancy: 7
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

Description:
Welcome to the heart of downtown Asheville! While staying in the S&W Building you are within walking distance to shopping, dinning, recreation, and everything downtown Asheville has to offer. The location is second to none.

These unique luxury guest quarters were renovated with a "touch of modern" to compliment the old-world feel of the historic lofts in the local landmark of the S&W Building. The Colby Loft modern renovation features upscale finishes, exposed bring, exposed ductwork, hardwood floors, tile & granite, along with upscale appliances & furniture. There is also an elevator for full access to all.

Colby Loft offers a landmark experience unique to Asheville, and truly has it all for the discerning traveler. Being right downtown with modern amenities, the upscale destination has built a reputation over the years as one of the most popular accommodations in Asheville, and now in our Yonder luxury portfolio, and is one of the most requested! It is not surprising when you put a terrific property together with a spectacular world class location, downtown views, and everything that Asheville has to offer.
Come see what we mean.

You are just minutes from America's favorite scenic byway, The Blue Ridge Parkway, motorcycle touring, biking, hiking, white water rafting, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, zip lining, Segway tour…just about any outdoor activity! Or, take a quick ride or WALK to downtown Asheville to enjoy the first-rate restaurants, shopping, galleries, spas, and entertainment.

We look forward to possibly booking your stay, should these accommodations work for you. We can reserve your stay with a credit card and send out a rental agreement to firm everything up when you are ready…but don't delay too long.

Exclusive Yonder Special: When you book Colby Loft you will receive a special code for discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate! Contact Yonder for more info.

Bedroom/Bath Layout:
Bedroom #1 - Guest Room Suite w/King Bed - Ensuite full Bath (#1)
Bedroom #2 - Guest Room Suite w/Queen Bed - Ensuite full Bath (#2)
Additional Queen Sleeper sofa
Pack-n-Play
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 4 Max. Occupancy: 7
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

Home Truths: The fireplace in the unit is not operable.

Additional Rate And Fees information:
*4-night minimums for holidays & special events. 3-night minimums in certain seasons.
These observed holidays and occasions are subject to holiday rates: New Years, MLK, Valentines, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas (Also; Warren Haynes Christmas Jam)

$135 Cleaning Fee**
** - Yonder openly shares & clearly posts our Cleaning Fees in a manner of full disclosure, as we think this is the most honest and forthright approach with respect to our guests. Our Cleaning Fees are backed by our Clean Guarantee, which reflects the highest level of standards, pristine environments for our guests, and a level of clean that surpasses any other vacation homes; we literally guarantee it!
processing fee
Current local tax rate is 13%
No Security Deposit / Guests are responsible for damages.
Also perfect for 30+ day Executive Rentals

Early Check In and/or Late Check Out may be possible, depending on cleaning schedules and other reservations. If it is possible, there may be an additional fee that would be determined based on the time that you wish to check in or out and the seasonal rates.

Pets: Many of our guests have allergies so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet we can recommend some alternatives nearby.

PARKING OPTIONS: The Health and Human Services parking garage located on the block behind the building, and there are several Municipal Parking Garages (Rankin, Civic Center, Aloft Hotel, Wall Street) located within a 1 - 3 block walk of the S&W building, at guest's expense. The first hour of parking is free, $1.25 per hour thereafter, daily maximum parking $12. On street metered parking is FREE Saturday 6 PM-Monday 8 AM, and all city holidays.

Please inquire for details regarding payment, the cancellation policy, military discount, and trip insurance.

Property manager

Yonder

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Breakfast available

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Asheville

This apartment is located in Downtown Asheville, a neighbourhood in Asheville, and is in the mountains and on a lake. Asheville Outlets and Biltmore Park Town Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville or The Orange Peel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Asheville, NC

What's nearby

Pack Square - 5 min walk
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 5 min walk
The Orange Peel - 7 min walk
Downtown Market Asheville - 8 min walk
Wicked Weed Brewing - 8 min walk

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Thirsty Monk - ‬2 min walk
‪The S&W Market - ‬1 min walk
‪French Broad Chocolate Lounge - ‬2 min walk
‪Tupelo Honey - ‬3 min walk
‪The Bier Garden - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Colby Loft: Downtown Asheville Loft in Historic S&W Building pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Colby Loft: Downtown Asheville Loft in Historic S&W Building?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colby Loft: Downtown Asheville Loft in Historic S&W Building?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Colby Loft: Downtown Asheville Loft in Historic S&W Building located?

Located in Downtown Asheville, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Altamont Theater, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and The Orange Peel. Woolworth Walk and Bender Gallery are just steps away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

18 June 2024

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

Downtown Asheville Loft

Great location and ample room for two couples. Accommodations were quite comfortable and the unit was well-equipped. Parking with a motorcycle trailer was not easy and was real expensive until after Saturday at 6:00 PM. But, I’d stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

10 June 2024

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

Colby Loft

Very nice apartment. Great location.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

2 June 2024

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

Perfect for us

Perfect location for what we had planned

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

25 May 2024

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

Trip to Asheville

The property was super nice. The area was great. Lots going on in the park across the street most of the time. Parking was a little challenging.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

3 Mar 2024

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

It really is all about the LOCATION!!!

Above all else the location is FANTASTIC. It is in the heart of Asheville and an easy walk to just about everything.. The Condo's Kitchen was very well equiped with anything you can think of.. The master Bedroom and Bath were very roomy. Hanging up clothes is challenging since the Master closet is locked. Besides that, it was a very comfortable living space for the 4 of us. Close Parking is limited and they fill up fast. Would I stay there again? ABSOLUTELY!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby H.

13 Dec 2023

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

Family Christmas Getaway

My wife and I took out daughter,son in law and grandson to experience the magic of Asheville during the Christmas holiday season. We were blown away by this amazing place in the heart of Asheville. We will definitely book here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pennie S.

5 Dec 2023

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

Sisters

Love the place. Parking easy. Needed new windows the cold air blow thru. Floor in master needed to be fixed. Water damage. Felt like home. Great great and relaxing trip!would recommend Thank you

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Allyn O.

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Asheville is Nice

My sister and I stayed at this property for a first-time visit to Asheville. The location is very convenient and we were able to walk to many locations and to quickly drive to other attractions. Be aware that (like many cities) Asheville is experiencing a homelessness problem downtown. There are also street musicians with loud sound systems who may treat you to a Led Zeppelin concert into the night. As far as the property goes, it is showing its age -- overall style, evidence of water damage in the MBR bath and on the LR ceiling. It lacks good sound-proofing between the units (smaller bedroom). There was also a persistent dank smell in the hallway. With a thorough re-do, it would be a great unit for a vacation visit. Given the price, there may be other nearby properties that are newer or in better shape . . . but probably not downtown.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

mallorie B.

21 July 2023

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

Aaheville stay

The property was great! Spacious apartment with view if the park in the downtown area. There is a horid smell in the hallway. But inside apartment is fresh and clean. Cute down stairs shops n food.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

15 May 2023

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

Colby Loft Downtown Asheville

The place was great and the property was in a great location that was in walking distance for everything I was looking for. The only negative was each time I left to go somewhere, there was a terrible smell coming from the nearby properties down the hallway. It smelled like a dead rodent or dirty diapers that had been left out. Other than that, the actual property that was reserved was great.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

17 Apr 2023

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

Just great

We enjoyed our stay at Colby Loft. Downtown Asheville, with tons of restaurants, bars, activities is all right there. The loft was very clean, orderly, lots of privacy, and surprisingly quiet during the day, considering it was right above a food hall and right on the main square. And then, it was surprisingly noisy on Friday and Saturday nights, with competing live music happening just below the apartment (first alt rock then loud jazzy trio, and also outside the window (drum circle). But all of that shut down promptly by 10pm, so it was not a big deal.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennie L., Nashville

4 Apr 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not as advertised

Instructions were to pull up out front to unload..no place to pull over without blocking a busy lane of traffic.You have to find a place to park down the street and carry everything to the lobby. The code to the building's back door, facing the parking lot, didn't open the door. The gas fireplace pictured isn't functional and that was only disclosed when we received the final letter with codes to enter. The couch, which used to have tufted and buttoned cushions was missing all but one button, the coffee table was badly scratched, and the windows that are sealed closed, were filthy. There was a PILE of disconnected cables under the TV with surround sound speakers that weren't attached to anything. The advertisement said the TVs had Spectrum..no Spectrum. The place was cold and the heater wouldn't get warmer. We called the emergency maintenance number starting at 5:00 and after three tries we got a call back while we were in a restaurant. Instead of enjoying our anniversary dinner we met the maintenance man at 8:00 to get the heater fixed. On March 22 I contacted the management company and asked for some type of compensation as this place isn't as advertised and I kept getting an answer that the issue was under review. I finally got a letter on April 3rd stating that there would be no compensation and "amenities are never guaranteed". In case a reader thinks that this review is written because no compensation was given, I have pictures to support all of the above.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Oliver W.

23 Mar 2023

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

Apartment was nice.

The apartment was nice, however it was extremely cold and did not have enough blankets. Additionally, the gas heater did not work when we stayed there. Other than that the apartment was clean and in a great location!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Mar 2023

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

Spacious Loft and Great Location

This place had everything you need except a coffee maker. It’s a great location, inside a terrific historic building, to walk to everything. Paid parking is readily available behind the loft’s building. So many amazing restaurants are within a 5-10 minute walk. I’d stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

12 Mar 2023

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

Stunning Studio Space

Great location ! Amazing views ! Tastefully renovated, clean, fully stocked, wish we could’ve stayed longer! DC & RC

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandin S.

20 Feb 2023

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

Colby Loft is A+

Great location in Asheville! The S&W Building has a lot of options for guests without even needing to step outside. Spacious with all the necessities, would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

20 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful Property

We unfortunately had an emergency come up and couldn't come but it looks amazing and we will be back again! We have a student at UNCA so we will definitely make another time!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geiselle S., Delray Beach USA

10 Jan 2023

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

Perfect in Town Local

Just as described- This property was everything we expected. Direct access to all the best restaurant's and bars. We walked around, shopped, ate, drank and had the most amazing stay! Asheville is amazing year round and this property is the perfect stay! See you in the summer :)

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

30 Dec 2022

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

Winter escape

Very nice loft within walking distance of most everything in downtown Asheville. Loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

4 Nov 2022

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

Asheville mini vaca

The property was in the heart of Asheville. Felt safe, in a perfect location close to shopping and restaurants. Parking around the corner was easy and safe. Unit was exemplary: clean, well furnished and perfect for a girls weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juris P., Lansing, MI

29 Oct 2022

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

Terrific location, wonderful condo

Recommend getting a wardrobe cabinet for the main bedroom to hand up clothes during stay. Also need to open up one of the front closets to hang coats.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trisha D.

17 Oct 2022

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

Location! Park and Walk!

Location of this property was perfect. We checked in Friday around 5:00. The drum circle was in full swing and we really enjoyed it. The next morning artisans showed up with handmade crafts and more music. The unit itself was clean and plenty of room for two couples. Beds were comfy. We would definitely stay at Colby Loft again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022