Blue Ridge Retreat will invigorate your Asheville vacation with picture-perfect mountain views and modern comfort. This new-construction, custom-built home is just minutes from groceries and dining options and features a huge, grassy yard with a fire pit. The easy-flowing floor plan at Blue Ridge Retreat encourages the group to gather together in the center rooms and celebrate. The living area is great for movie time around the gas fireplace, and the dining area offers a chance to plan your next adventure over dinner. Invite a friend to join you on the covered back deck for conversation. Bonus: There's even a hammock in the backyard! Escape to the garage game room, where an air hockey and foosball table provide the ingredients for a good time. Prepare your favorite family meals in the fully equipped kitchen with new appliances and ample countertops. There's a charcoal grill for nights when the weather's too nice to cook indoors! This beautiful home features a single-story floor plan with bedrooms on opposite sides to allow for primary suite privacy. Enjoy an evening soak in the main bath's gorgeous claw foot tub. Blue Ridge Retreat will make your vacation a true pleasure in Western North Carolina's wonderland! Amenities - 1-Story Home - 3 Bedrooms:1 King, 1 Queen, Twin Bunk Beds - 2 Full Baths - Garage - Fully Equipped Kitchen - Gas Fireplace - Smart TVs - Foosball Table (located in garage) - Air Hockey (located in garage) - Covered Front Porch - Covered Back Deck - Charcoal Grill - Fire Pit - Wooded Surroundings - Mountain Views - Square ft: 1,843 Bed/Bath Arrangements - Main Level: Main Suite/Bedroom One - King Bed, attached Full Bath w/ Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub, and Dual Vanities; Bedroom Two - Queen Bed; Shared Full Bath; Bedroom Three - Twin Bunk Beds - Bonus Sleeping: Twin Trundle and Futon in Bedroom Three Location Details Discover Blue Ridge Retreat among the rolling hills of Leicester only 8 miles north of Asheville. Scenic drives stretch out into the mountains in every direction from here, showcasing the natural beauty of the mountains surrounding the home. Head north for outdoor adventures including hiking the Appalachian Trail, skiing, and whitewater rafting. Area attractions such as the Biltmore Estate (22 min.) and the River Arts District (18 min) are close enough for a quick trip, and downtown Asheville offers fine dining and entertainment. This Asheville vacation rental is located in Leicester and is approximately 16 minutes from downtown Asheville; all above 2,126ft sea level. Important Property Notes - Note that GPS is incorrect for this address, and will take you to the wrong location. Please read over (and screenshot!) our written driving directions before departing on your trip and let us know if you have any questions. - Noise Ordinance Blue Ridge Retreat is located in a quiet mountain neighborhood. This home is under a noise ordinance between 9:00 p.m. and 8 a.m. and has a very low noise tolerance. Please be mindful that noise travels far in the mountains. - Seasonal Gas Fireplaces are not operational between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Additionally, Firewood is not provided for guest use. If you plan on using the wood-burning amenities, please purchase wood locally upon arrival. - Travel Insurance Recommended During the winter months, we ask you to please consider CSA Travel Insurance to protect your vacation investment from potential winter weather events that could prevent access to the home. Property Cancellation Policy Please note that this property's Non-Refundable Period is 30 days prior to arrival. If your reservation is made within this period, it will be non-refundable from the time of booking. Cancellations are permitted outside of this period, per our vacation rental agreement. We encourage you to consider travel insurance to help protect your vacation investment against the unknown! Mountain Discovery Pass Each reservation staying 29 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)