'HOLLY HAVEN' - SERENE RETREAT WITH VISTA VIEWS

Description and photos on listing are largely accurate for this nicely decorated and maintained property although map directions were insufficient -- even Google Maps couldn't find it, but we have submitted a correction. We arrived when Asheville was having a "cold snap" and were not exactly comfortable since we renters did not have any control over the unit's temperature settings. (Electric fireplace only helped in the living room.) This can be a delightful stopping-off place for a couple that wants to do it all -- downtown Asheville attractions as well as Blue Ridge Parkway environs. Eating and cooking in helps offset the rental costs. We recommend the nearby Food Lion for groceries. Our main destination was Biltmore House -- not to be missed -- and we also enjoyed visiting the Grove Park Inn and browsing in interesting downtown shops. The busy Tupelo Honey Cafe offers reasonable and tasty food.

Clean and spacious living area, well furnished, reasonably stocked kitchen. Only recommendation that bed linen be replaced, as rather tired and not of comparable quality to the rest of accommodation. Both my husband and I had a very comfortable, relaxing stay for our six weeks at Holly Haven.

We have used this website many times in our travels and have never been disappointed. Holly Haven is no exception and the pictures are 'spot-on' for an accurate overview of the premises. Situated a few miles down 74A from Asheville proper, it gives easy access to all the area has to offer but is tucked away from the hustle bustle of the city. The place is spotless, well equipped and we certainly will check for availability on our future trips to Asheville