We had a great thanksgiving stay in Arden. This home is close the Asheville so we were able to visit all the sights easily and was located close to many grocery stores and markets to stock up for the week. The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans. If you’re planning on making cookies though bring a cookie sheet, the on they had one small and wasn’t nonstick. But most people aren’t baking on vacation so that’s not a big deal. We enjoyed everything about the location. We had family from all parts of the country meet up there for the holiday and it was a fantastic stay.