Set on a quiet wooded lane in Mars Hill, Ash Vale is the kind of mountain hideaway where the days stretch long and the to-do list shrinks to almost nothing. The home sits among the trees just twenty minutes north of downtown Asheville, close enough for a spontaneous brewery crawl or farm-to-table dinner, far enough that the loudest sound is usually birdsong.
Out back, a covered porch runs the length of the home --- wood beams overhead, a long farmhouse table for family-style meals, and rocking chairs angled toward the trees. Fire up the gas grill on the deck, pour a glass of something cold, and settle in. The expansive deck wraps around for sunset lingering and stargazing once the night gets quiet.
Inside, the main living room is built for easygoing afternoons. Two oversized sofas face a stone fireplace and TV, with mountain-cabin touches throughout --- exposed wood, warm lighting, and big windows pulling the forest in. The kitchen is fully equipped for everything from morning pancakes to a proper dinner spread, with a sunny breakfast nook and a separate dining area that seats the whole crew.
Downstairs, the game room is where rainy afternoons go to die --- ping-pong table, plenty of room to spread out, and a second living area for movies or a quieter retreat from the action upstairs.
Three bedrooms sleep up to ten. The primary suite features a king bed and a private ensuite bath. The additional bedrooms offer flexible configurations for families or friend groups, with two full bathrooms shared between them.
Mars Hill itself is a small Appalachian college town with a charming walkable downtown, easy access to the Appalachian Trail, and Wolf Ridge Ski Resort just up the road for winter visits. Asheville's restaurants, galleries, and music venues are a quick drive south --- making Ash Vale an ideal base for exploring this corner of the Blue Ridge.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we're at your fingertips via concierge@avantstay.com.
An exciting yet laid-back escape among the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is a unique blend of outdoor adventure, exciting entertainment, and incredible local cuisine. Explore stunning views from bike or horseback, or stroll around the buzzing art district filled with breweries, boutiques, and venues. Cool breezes, historic architecture, and more --- you can have it all in Asheville.
Local Attractions: Biltmore Estate, North Carolina Arboretum, Chimney Rock State Park, Downtown Asheville, Asheville Museum of Art, Colburn Earth Science Museum, Diana Wortham Theater, River Arts District
Home Truths:
•Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
•Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
•Please note the living room fireplace is not functional.
Parking Details:
•4 cars can be parked in the driveway.
All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.