We’ve stayed in downtown Asheville several times in the past, so decided to explore the River Arts District (RAD) on a recent visit. Chicken Roost was ideally located to allow for an easy walk to the RAD in one direction (10 minutes) and downtown Asheville in the other (15-20 minutes). We had nice weather which made for lots of fun wandering around browsing art galleries, checking out good food (like Hole Doughnut) and dropping in at the various craft breweries.
The apartment is nicely laid out and furnished and Rich and Lesa have made sure everything is in order to make for an easy stay. The place is on a par with a room at a upscale hotel with nice amenities, from motion-activated path lights (to light your way when getting back from downtown after dark) to a small porch out back to relax on. And the Highland Brewery beers were a thoughtful touch to enjoy while you chill on the porch.
One thing that was surprising was how quiet it was, despite being so close to things. We slept with the windows open (the cross ventilation made for wonderful sleeping) and heard nothing but bird song :-).
Will definitely look to stay again next time we’re visiting the RAD.