We wanted to get the vibe of downtown Asheville and this wonderful place was perfect! The balcony sits right across the street and above the music and social scene on College Avenue. We loved feeling the energy and fun but also having a place to retreat to and chill. My daughter, who lives outside of Asheville now, said she gained a new appreciation for the city and felt more of a connection to the downtown scene. Shopping is nearby and great! You can walk to so many shops and galleries. Right across the street is "Tops", a huge and amazing shoe store, it's got everything you could want. They had shoes I couldn't find anywhere around Philadelphia! The balcony also looks down on the dining room of a wonderful restaurant, "Table", and their kitchen. Watch them prepare their great food and then, later, watch as they clean that kitchen to white glove perfection! All that was so fun to see, as well as watching the people coming and going from the "Imperial Life" club.