The positives- the unit is located at a good distance from downtown Asheville and surrounding areas. It is as pictured as far as space and furnishings and is pet friendly. However, there are a few things to keep in mind. The unit is on the first floor of the home. I typically avoid first floor spaces due to noise, but after reading the reassuring reviews, I went against my better judgement. You can absolutely hear everything that is going on upstairs. The home is also located within a stones throw from a busy highway so there is that noise as well. I felt the space could've been cleaner. With it being pet friendly I expected to see some pet hair, but I did not expect to see things like dried food in the mini fridge and a ton of dirty laundry where the washer and dryer is (big side note- the family washer/ dryer is located in the unit so they came in to catch up on laundry while we were out). The owners were lovely people and did ask how our stay was going, but it was one of those awkward moments where you dont want to have a negative conversation when you have 2 nights left.
Unfortunately I have to rate the business that they're running and not their character and I just can't agree with so many and leave 5 stars. I have stayed in cleaner and more updated units for less with the same 5 star reviews so I really have to question how Air BnB manages their reviews/ ratings.