We found this rental to be a great jumping-off point for exploring downtown Asheville, and Claudia was an excellent, highly responsive and communicative host. This building appears to have been built specifically for vacation rental properties (apartment-style), so you'll be sharing the elevators/hallways with other travelers coming and going.
Highlights:
-two blocks from both Patton St (the main drag) and in a different direction, the beginning of the brewery district.
-dedicated parking spot in a secure garage
-apartment super clean and beautifully decorated
The only glitch we experienced was trouble with the key lockbox upon check-in (we couldn't get it open). But Claudia appeared within 15 mins and helped us out, so all was smooth sailing after that. I especially appreciated her willingness to bring a few things we were looking for during our stay (facecloths, blankets).
Note for regular Airbnb travelers: you have most likely stayed at places where there is lingering food/condiments, and/or alcohol from past travelers, or have had flowers or a gift of food/beverages from the host. This is not one of those places. Think of this more as an upscale Homewood Suites or something along those lines. Minor exception is a drawer of teas, with sugar. There is also s&p, and a small bottle of olive oil.