We had a wonderful stay at Kristi's place. The location of the residence was ideal for the ultimate Asheville experience for us as first-time visitors. We had quick and easy access to great dining, coffee, and shopping downtown, all while feeling in touch with nature in the quiet Montford neighborhood as we sat on the private deck among the trees. Our last morning we even had the good fortune to have a staring contest with a young fawn just outside the front door -- pretty neat! Kristi and Duff were courteous hosts who provided some excellent recommendations for local dining, and the space itself was stylish, clean, and comfortable. The king-size Tempur-Pedic bed was incredibly comfortable and helped us rest well for our days hiking the Blue Ridge mountain trails as well as the streets of downtown Asheville.