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Overview
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
4 guests
2 nights minimum 
Holiday Rental House
PLEASE read property description! Walk to downtown Asheville yet stay in a quiet residential neighborhood Central/North Asheville. Location so close to many entertainment, eating establishments, grocery and shopping. Minutes drive to Blue Ridge Parkway (from I 240 in East Asheville), Biltmore Mansion, the Arts District and a quick jump onto the interstates to hiking, rafting and waterfalls. THIS IS A CABIN-LIKE EXPERIENCE (without fireplace). A HOMESTAY (shared space in building but no door between units) is terrace level of a DUPLEX (not a basement, there is a basement below on parking level), very spacious with kitchenette, off street parking, eclectic decor from my travels. Owner stays in other unit (upstairs) on street level. Columbian coffee with agave nectar provided and filtere...PLEASE read property description! Walk to downtown Asheville yet stay in a quiet residential neighborhood Central/North Asheville. Location so close to many entertainment, eating establishments, grocery and shopping. Minutes drive to Blue Ridge Parkway (from I 240 in East Asheville), Biltmore Mansion, the Arts District and a quick jump onto the interstates to hiking, rafting and waterfalls. THIS IS A CABIN-LIKE EXPERIENCE (without fireplace). A HOMESTAY (shared space in building but no door between units) is terrace level of a DUPLEX (not a basement, there is a basement below on parking level), very spacious with kitchenette, off street parking, eclectic decor from my travels. Owner stays in other unit (upstairs) on street level. Columbian coffee with agave nectar provided and filtered water pitcher. Note: not suitable for children, couch not for sleeping, comfortable for up to 4 bodies. *Terrace level is more temperate and stays cooler in summer and warmer in Winter. New central air conditioning. Winter- central heat (natural gas). *Kitchenette - no stove/oven,or dishwasher. Has microwave/toaster, refrig, dining table, Keurig. Grocery stores, ice cream shops (3), coffee, bakery eateries and bars within walking distance. *TV by antenna, gets ABC, NBC, FOX, PBS, all other channels must be accessed by your streaming apps. Recommend these local gems The Hop, Taco Temple, Luella's BBQ, Rise n Shine Cafe, YoLo ice cream, City Bakery. ; Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: HOMESTAYPERMIT#17-05442
House Rules
Pets not allowedNot suitable for childrenNo smoking
Space allows for 4 guests total. Absolutely no smoking anywhere in house or on property. No candles, no parties, Midnight quiet time.
Bedrooms
1 King1 Double
Bathrooms
1 Full bath

Meet the host
Marianne R
Hosting since March 2018
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: I give you your privacy. We share a parking area off street where we have 2 spots and there is street parking. I am always available by phone. Please feel free to call with any questions or if you want suggestions. Smart lock to front door and self check in between 3PM and 10PM.

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Denise White
Denise White
Monroe, NC1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
City Serenity
It was exactly as described! We had a blissfully relaxing stay. It was comfy and well maintained. Lots of things to do close by the homestay and Marianne is lovely to work with! We hope to stay again at this location!!
Visited September 2019
Written 26 September 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
So glad it worked well for you. Do come back!
Written 18 October 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Steve N
Steve N
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cozy and Close
City Serenity was cozy, quiet, clean, and close to everything Asheville has to offer. Marianne is a wonderful host who left great advice for places to see and things to do in the area. These accommodations are perfect for two adults who want separate beds, or, even two couples. She also has plenty of board games if you happen to get rained or snowed in during your visit. I would absolutely stay here again!
Visited June 2019
Written 22 June 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
So glad you liked it! Do come back, Asheville is a 4 season location depending on your pleasure.
Written 2 July 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Wander21414622106
Wander21414622106
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Cozy cottage with short walk to downtown Asheville
We loved our stay at City Serenity. The cottage was cozy, clean and perfect for adults who wish to enjoy the local Asheville area. The vintage kitchen suited our simple needs and the living room was comfortable with large windows and aged knotty pine paneling. The sofa was perfect for relaxing with a good book and glass of wine after a day of walking/hiking or shopping. Marianne keeps board games available for her guests and we enjoyed playing them with our teenage son. The cottage is a duplex but we were not bothered by any noise from the main house. The cottage is on a VERY quiet street and Marianne offers private parking for her guests, which was nice, because we safely parked our car and mostly walked. Since our return to Ohio, we have recommended City Serenity to several friends who are interested in exploring Asheville.
Visited April 2019
Written 10 April 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
So glad you enjoyed my place and Asheville! I welcome any suggestions for improvement and hope I characterized it perfectly.
Written 20 April 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

KellyJE
KellyJE
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cozy and close to everything
This house, just a mile or so from downtown Asheville has all that you would need for a lovely vacation. It is easy to find, easy parking, and very comfortable, especially the bed! Marianne was very accessible if I had questions or concerns. Highly recommended. Best bed ever.
Visited October 2018
Written 20 October 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
Wonderful, wonderful!
Written 2 July 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

razorguy
razorguy
Barboursville, WV15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Fantastic Stay
This was a great home base for everything Asheville. From the amenities to the decor to the location, it was all great. A very nice private entrance with an electronic lock made it easy for us to come and go and not have to worry about a key after sampling all the breweries the town has to offer. The bedrooms were very spacious as was the bathroom. The beds were comfortable and my wife mentioned half a dozen times how soft the sheets were, which I'd have to agree. Great off street parking spots for two vehicles was ideal for us and another couple. We used Uber most of the trip and averaged around $7 to the heart of downtown from the house so it was very affordable to get back and forth without having to pay the high parking rates in town. I had a couple questions after we got settled in and Marianne was very responsive to my texts which was much appreciated. Overall this was a great stay and is a definite candidate when we make our next trip to Asheville.
Visited September 2018
Written 24 September 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
Thanks so much!
Written 27 October 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

J. C.
J. C.
Placida, FL8 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
City Serenity
Owner blamed trip advisory for the Confusing street number advertised we went to 129, 109, and on should just be printed as #9 In the kitchen the Toast/ wave was the first for us, it works! WiFi look at back on modem devise. TV forget it does not get a signal only your own apps will work, we went elsewhere for the World Cup. The excuse was maybe a vacuum had gone over the wire. Great part is this area has plenty going on so don’t plan on staying indoors, escape to the great outdoors. Walked into town, car emissions, stop lights, under the highway yes it’s duable but rather take the car. The home is eclectic. The owners live up stairs, we were disturbed by verbal fights in the night, door slamming. window air units suck. Windows are difficult to open or are screwed down Next door has chickens under the bedroom window. Upstairs the daughters noisy cat hits the floorboards at 5am!
Visited July 2018
Written 8 July 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
It is very disconcerting to have a malcontent as a guest, but it happens.
Written 25 July 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Ben A
Ben A
Saluda, NC11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Clean and Charming Place Close to Downtown
This is an amazing apartment on a peaceful street from which I was able to walk to the center of downtown Asheville, about a mile. It is hilly, but I'm a hiker. Otherwise, Uber is available. Also within walking distance of organic grocery and cafes. Marianne was friendly and helpful. This is not a basement, which is below it, so plenty of light and air, including a nice view of the back yard and a creek. Has a full kitchen but use of range is restricted under Asheville regulations. Safe offstreet parking. Park your car and explore Asheville on foot!
Visited March 2018
Written 16 March 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Destination317097
Destination317097
Very resourceful traveler.
Written 2 July 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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What this rental offers
Wi-fi and internet
  • Wi-fi
Entertainment
  • Television
Bathroom and laundry
  • Iron
  • Linens provided
  • Towels provided
Indoor amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Central heating
  • Internet access
Parking
  • Parking available
Kitchen and dining
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

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About the neighbourhood
Asheville sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains known for its proximity to hiking trails, whitewater rafting, many waterfalls, and its vibrant arts and entertainment community both in downtown venues and in the surrounding towns, including an extensive schedule of festivals of all kinds all year long.
Getting around
Home is a 20 minute walk to the city center. From City Serenity catch an Uber or Lift around town (limited parking downtown). It is a few minutes drive from I 240 (circles the city) , and shortly intersects with I 26 E to Greenville and Charlotte, I 26W to Weaverville and Johnson City, and, I 40 E to Raleigh/Durham and I 40 W to Knoxville.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
From Asheville Airport, drive about 20 minutes W on I 26 and merge onto I 240. From I 240 take Merrimon Avenue exit. Go N, R at Annandale (about 2 miles, then L on Linden, 2nd house on R. Look for light aqua door with mailbox with '#9' to street level unit, turn into driveway, your entrance porch is about half way down driveway. Home is a few minutes drive from I 240 (circles the city), and shortly intersects with I 26 E to Greenville and Charlotte, I 26W to Weaverville and Johnson City, and, I 40 E to Raleigh/Durham and I 40 W to Knoxville. Five minute walk to Harris Teeter, Trader Joes or Greenlife grocery (Whole Foods) on Merrimon. Five minute walk to City Bakery, Taco Temple on Charlotte Street, 20 minute walk to Asheville Yoga Center, UNCA and Saturday morning farmer's market.

Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 pm • Check out by 10 am
Cancellation policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • 50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
  • No refund available once booking is confirmed

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Frequently Asked Questions about City Serenity

City Serenity is able to accommodate up to 4 guests. See all property details.

City Serenity has one bathroom available. See all property details.

City Serenity has 2 bedrooms available. See all property details.

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