Memories are waiting to be made at this charming Leicester vacation rental. Nestled among lush trees, ‘Mountain View,’ a 2nd-floor, 1-bathroom studio, features a spacious living area, a Smart TV, a WFH desk, and a cozy loft sleeping area. Immerse yourself among the greenery of the Botanical Gardens at Asheville, then return home to catch some rays on the balcony with a good read from the vast collection of books, and end the day gathered around the fire pit for stargazing. -- THE PROPERTY -- Lush, Tranquil Setting | Loft | Expansive Home Library Studio: Queen Bed (in Loft), Sleeper Sofa (Main Level) SHARED AMENITIES: Backyard, fire pit, laundry, hiking trail access, pond OUTDOOR LIVING: Balcony w/ heat lamp, grill INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table, massage chair, WFH desk, books, 600 sq ft KITCHENETTE: Mini fridge, 2 single-plate induction burners, microwave, drip coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster oven, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, electric & gas heating, mounted A/C unit, linens/towels, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 exterior security camera (facing out), owners on-site, quiet hours (11:00 PM - 8:00 AM) PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles) ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 1-bedroom property for 4 guests and a 1-bedroom property for 2 guests are available on-site with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking -- THE LOCATION -- HOT SPOTS: Addison Farms Vineyard (1.9 miles), Max Patch (22.4 miles), Appalachian Trail (23.5 miles), The North Carolina Arboretum (24.1 miles) OPT OUTSIDE: Botanical Gardens at Asheville (17.5 miles), Pritchard Park (18.3 miles), Urban Trail (18.9 miles), Pack Square Parks (19.3 miles), Western North Carolina Nature Center (23.3 miles), Biltmore Rose Garden (23.5 miles), Lake Junaluska (23.6 miles) THINGS TO SEE & DO: Asheville Museum of Science (18.3 miles), Asheville Art Museum (18.5 miles), Asheville Ghost Tours: Oldest & Original (18.7 miles), Thomas Wolfe Memorial (18.7 miles), LaZoom Tours (19.0 miles), Grovewood Village (19.4 miles), Biltmore Village (20.2 miles), Wheels Through Time Motorcycle Museum (32.0 miles) DAY TRIPS: Marshall (11.7 miles), Downtown Asheville (18.3 miles), Hot Springs (26.5 miles), Waynesville (28.6 miles), Black Mountain (34.2 miles), Hendersonville (39.3 miles), Chimney Rock (43.0 miles), Mt Mitchell (52.2 miles), Gatlinburg Space Needle (71.6 miles) AIRPORTS: Asheville Regional Airport (29.3 miles), Gatlinburg Pigeon Forge Airport (74.1 miles), Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (80.9 miles), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (133 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 1 pet maximum) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required at check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs for access - NOTE: The property does not have an oven - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM - NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay - NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; the backyard, fire pit, and laundry are shared and other travelers may be present during your stay - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera on the side of the property facing the driveway. The camera faces outward and does not look into interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion and will be on during the duration of your stay