Louisa made us feel welcome through the messages exchanged leading up to the trip, and the snacks and goodies she provided for our arrival which were most appreciated. Unfortunately, we did not get to meet her in person to ask questions as some other travelers did. The Henhouse is just as listed--cozy, clean, contemporary, eclectic, conveniently located, stocked, and has wonderful decor. The outdoor spaces are very enjoyable, and the kitchen has enough to provide what most would need for a short stay, and to make a few meals. Downtown Asheville is very close and easily walkable, however we were unsure how safe we were walking at night (at least on the first night) because Hilliard St, where a good portion of the walk takes place, is not lit at all so it is entirely dark at night. The area is also "up and coming," so it is a mixture of folks and if you are not from the area it seems questionable. Once in town, we were made to feel comfortable. Parking at the Henhouse is limited and we weren't quite sure where best to put our vehicle. There is also construction on her street which brings less parking options and more noise. Noise is also a bit of a factor in the apartment as we could hear the tenants upstairs relatively easily. Most of the time this was not a problem, but laying in bed (which was also noisy when shifting around in it) we heard noises from upstairs that sounded as if someone was in the room with us. Asheville is a neat town and there are many breweries and enticing restaurants. The Green Man brewing, Lab, The Laughing Seed, were all wonderful. Trying to map outdoor excursions proved a bit tricky and confusing, so venturing out with an open mind and heart served us well as we happened upon some unexpected but wonderful hiking locations. Gorges Park (Rainbow Falls trail was beautiful), Lover's Leap in Hot Springs on the Appalachian Trail as well as trails off of the Blue Ridge Parkway were so gorgeous especially this time of year. We also did gem mining at Rose Creek Mine which was an excellent experience that we would definitely recommend. It's about an hour drive but well worth it if you're interested in mining for gemstones and sitting in the sunshine amongst kind folks as we did. The small town of Brevard was so wonderfully pleasant as well, with shops and places to eat and drink. We had a great trip and enjoyed our stay, but we had some questions about the joint and about the area that could've been answered by more of a connection/communication with Louisa.