Places to stay near River Arts District

Walkable Mountain Gem in the Heart of West Asheville

Featuring polished concrete floors, trendy furnishings, and raw wood accents, this home combines rustic and modern elements for a warm atmosphere. Drink coffee from a NESPRESSO and read in the morning light from the comfort of an Adirondack chair on the patio. The suite provides a private room with queen bed and sofa bed to accommodate 2 additional guests. Smart TV in the living room is Roku-enabled. The suite is on the walkout basement level of the Hosts' home, therefore some noise from upstairs will transfer. Short walk from restaurants, shops, breweries, galleries, and parks & greenway. Our guest suite is great for business travelers, families, and anyone in between! You’ll find that it’s very cozy and comfortable and in the best part of town. In the private guest suite you have a bedroom, bathroom, living room, and outdoor patio to yourself. There is a mini fridge, microwave, kitchen table, shelves for food, dinnerware for 4, and an electric kettle for coffee and tea. You have the basement apartment to yourself and can interact with us as little or as much as you want. We are available to you, as needed. The home is set in charming West Asheville and within a short walk from many restaurants, breweries, shops, and cafes, such as Owl Bakery, Hole Doughnuts, Pizza Mind, Gan Shan West, Taco Billy, New Belgium Brewery, Urban Orchard Cider, Hi-Wire Brewery, The Wedge Brewery and several art galleries in the River Arts District. Downtown art galleries are a short drive away. Everything you need is within walking distance or Uber and Lyft are reliable. A car rental makes sense for day trips, as there is so much to do outside of Asheville.

The Last Minute Cottage Getaway

The Last Minute Cottage is a cozy recently updated STAND ALONE studio in a converted 1940's garage! It is conveniently located 4 blocks from popular Haywood Road and all the West Asheville shops, restaurants, and bars it has to offer. Looking to get outside? The French Broad River, Carrier Park, and the Greenway are only 1/2 mile away. Easy access to float or stroll the river! The cottage is also conveniently located only 2 miles from downtown and just 1 mile from the River Arts District.

Quiet West AVL suite with city & mountain views

Post-Helene update: we are open, have clean water, and look forward to your visit! Located in the heart of E/W AVL, this cozy guest suite is walkable to Haywood Rd shops/restaurants and is less than a 10 minute drive from downtown, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, and more! Located in a safe, quiet neighborhood, the unit has its own private entrance, on-site parking, patio, hammock, and a super comfy bed. Come enjoy the beautiful views at your perfect home base for AVL adventures!

Craftsman Historic Home in River Arts District

Private entrance to upper floor of Historic Craftsman home in the River Arts District. Walk along the river or to many local restaurants, art galleries & breweries. Lots of character in this old home with modern amenities. Each room has a shower & bathroom attached. The room has a sofa, table, mini-fridge, & third bathroom with claw-foot tub. This 1907 home was completely renovated in 2004. Dark wood, picture frame molding, a beautiful staircase, and original tub make your stay unique.

The Space Between Downtown Asheville & RAD

Located in the space between Downtown AVL and the River Arts District, the sidewalk in front of the apartment's cozy screened in porch will take you to both areas. Enjoy the excitement of the city and the ease of living like a local during your stay. Infant friendly (6 months and under) and no pets policy strictly enforced. Curate, Harrah's, Orange Peel, Burial, Wicked Weed = 1 - 1.1 miles The Grey Eagle = 0.4 miles Asheville Yards, New Belgium, Wedge = 0.5 miles Biltmore = 2.8 miles

Romantic, Moroccan-Influenced Cottage

One of a kind artist owned and designed cottage in heart of East-West Asheville. Walkable to restaurants/shops, 2 miles from downtown and 5 minutes to Biltmore Estate. TWO beds total. The cottage has a Moroccan vibe and includes handmade pottery, art, and textiles. Walls are clay plaster and all bedding is cotton. Eco friendly cleaning supplies used. Try the outdoor tub for hot bath also! Parking is on Bradley street in front of the cottage or main house. Totally private.

Cozy and convenient in the heart of West AVL

Sharp Quarters is the perfect space for your Asheville getaway! It's a 10 minute walk to many restaurants (Walk, Taco Billy, Pizza Mind) and breweries (New Belgium, Archetype) in West Asheville. Visitors have their own parking space and outdoor patio. The Tempur-pedic mattress on our king-size bed offers maximum comfort. We can also add a Pack-N-Play for the little one(s). The neighborhood is perfectly peaceful and safe, yet accessible to all things West Asheville!

Modern Luxury in RAD, Stylish Balcony

This stunning newly constructed 2nd floor apartment is in the heart of Asheville, and the River Arts District. This is the best location in town: five minutes to downtown, five minutes to West Asheville, and next to the French Broad River. This property has PARKING, ample space for off-roading gear, and a gorgeous lawn and balcony where you can kick back, and take in the view. The balcony overlooks New Belgium's Taproom, a chic, quiet tourist attraction.

Historic Rose Cottage in Downtown Asheville!

Helene Update: Downtown and Biltmore Estate are fully open! Our area relies heavily on tourism, so we’d love to have you! Boasting a prime location for walkability to downtown, Rose Cottage is a local landmark that comfortably sleeps four guests - a queen bed & out sofa in the private flex room that closes off creating a second bedroom. Artistic touches abound-from beamed ceilings to the Glasgow rose tile adorning the exterior make this a Landmark