Update 2024: I've taken my own advice to "Work Remotely here" and happy to continue sharing the Chalet while I continue to travel throughout the year. Please reach out with date requests! - High-speed Wi-Fi, solid cell reception, desks, office chair, and printer provided. The Chalet's modest entry and foyer lead to a dramatically open Living Room: cathedral ceilings with a wall of windows open to the gigantic deck and views beyond! Modeled after a Swiss Chalet and designed for both comfort and entertaining, this custom-built Passive Solar home has generously sized rooms with an abundance of spaces to gather, as well as spots for more intimate relaxation. It is all welcoming, yet cozy. The decks draws everyone outdoors to the mountain and pastoral views at “bird level”. Plenty of seating options, a gas grill, and a gate at the top of the stairs… enjoyable at all hours of the day! Retire to one of 2 East wing bedrooms sharing a bathroom, or to the Master Suite featuring a bath with double-sink and a huge walk-in shower. The Sweet Suite apartment on the lower level is accessed through the Rec Room and has a private bedroom, bathroom, and 2nd Kitchen (the sleeper sofa is in the apartment living area). A 65” smart TV, ping pong table, bar tables and stools, and seating area span the Recreation Room. The hot tub is just steps from the Recreation Room, where the patio leads to a level grassy area and space for yard games overlooking a private 8 acres. Our home combines modern conveniences with original features, creating character and ambiance not found anywhere else. There are areas in need of cosmetic "updates", no doubt about that! The dream renovation is still in the planning phase. For now, everything functions as it should and we welcome your design suggestions! The Kitchen and baths are fully functional with a fun, groovy esthetic - all cabinets were built by the original owner in what had been his wood workshop downstairs. The Chalet is a peaceful escape, so close to all things Asheville, and unquestionably one of the most unique vacation homes in the area. We hope you’ll enjoy the views, privacy, and access to Asheville this property has to offer as much as we do. Access is by Interstate and 4 miles on a state highway. This is an easy drive with no steep and winding mountain roads. Accommodations for 8 in Queen beds, 2 more on a sleeper sofa. * Sleeping options for for the 11th/12th guests are not beds: - Rec Room sofa and loveseat - Den sectional sofa - your own blow-up mattress The Caretakers' cottage is conveniently on the same road, nearby should any issues arise. More Details MAIN LEVEL: • Master Bedroom w/closet, dresser, light-blocking curtains, massage chair, and 55" smart TV • Master Bathroom w/double sinks, double shower head, radiant heat floor, and original character • 2 Guest Bedrooms w/closets, dressers, and light-blocking curtains (shared bath) • Full bath (shower/tub combo) • Den w/sectional sofa, 50" smart TV and Charter/Spectrum cable box • Kitchen w/pantry closet, pass-through to Dining Room, appliance garage • Dining Room w/seating for 12 • Living Room w/fireplace and wall of windows… mountain views! • 900 square-foot NEW DECK w/seating and dining areas • Stereo w/indoor and outdoor speakers (WiFi/Bluetooth/Airplay) WALK-OUT LOWER LEVEL: • Recreation Room w/ping pong, pub tables, and a seating area - couch and loveseat, 65" smart TV, stereo (WiFi, Bluetooth, AirPlay) • Private Bedroom in Sweet Suite apartment w/closet, dresser, and light-blocking curtains • Full Bath in Sweet Suite apartment • Full Kitchen in Sweet Suite apartment open to Living/Dining area, 46" TV with Roku • Patio • Hot Tub EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT: Must be approved by owner in advance and are not always available. Fees are $25/hour. LOCATION: This property is 14 miles from the center of downtown Asheville (Pack Square). It is easily accessed via Interstate 26 and Highway 197, with no curvy mountain roads to maneuver. Several cab companies and Uber drivers that can transport groups to/from downtown. It is 10 minutes to the charming historic towns of Weaverville and Mars Hill. It’s only a few miles to the Coleman Boundary area of the Pisgah National Forest, 3 miles to Navitat Canopy Adventures (quite possibly the best zipline company in the country), and the French Broad River is nearby: kayaking, rafting, tubing, and fly fishing are offered by several local Outfitters. Bent Creek recreation area in Asheville ranks among the top 10 Mountain Biking sites in the country! Voted 'Beer City' USA for 4 consecutive years, there is more than the fabulous craft breweries in Asheville. LaZoom Comedy Tours offer family-friendly as well as 'R-rated' adult entertainment, the Blue Ridge Parkway is beautiful any time of year, the Biltmore Estate is the largest privately-owned house in the United States and is open for tours year-round, the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are lovely, and other recreational options are seemingly endless! Mix in Asheville's cuisine, art, and music... you are not likely to find a quaint vacation destination with so much to offer!