Kari's place was as described and VERY clean. By far the cleanest stay I've ever had at an Airbnb! I have some allergy issues so I was keeping my fingers crossed that the basement aspect wouldn't cause them to flare but I had absolutely no problems. Kari works hard to ensure an excellent environment for the weary/busy traveler.
I was able to check-in easily and while I never met Kari (which was totally on my end because of my hectic travel schedule) she was very responsive to all electronic communications.
The backyard setting is very peaceful and serene which is a nice offset from the busy road in front of the home. You never hear the traffic, by the way, but if you do any traveling in Asheville you'll know what I mean! Be careful of the steps going down if you wear heels.
The kitchen is stocked with whatever you need in regards to cooking implements and there a few basic ingredients available - salt, pepper, coffee, cream, etc. If you want to cook extensively then I suggest you bring your own specialty items.
The shower had great water pressure and it didn't take long to heat up. There are towels, shampoo, body wash, hand soap & toilet paper provided. Kari has special concerns regarding her septic system so please be aware of that. Simple rules to follow and they don't burden you.
The space is cooled by an air conditioner that works extremely well. I actually got a bit chilly in August!
The bed is older feeling but perfectly comfortable and the pillows were plentiful.
Furniture was comfortable and my friend was delighted by the gold couch when we shared a cup of tea while unpacking. Again, I'll state that Kari really tries to provide a comfortable space for her visitors.
Kari does ask that you try to turn off lights and set air to a specific setting when leaving. Most places in Asheville ask for help in conservation of resources so this isn't anything unusual.
One of the biggest perks was the central location of the studio. Since I was doing quite a bit of driving around town to various neighborhoods, locations and spots, I found that this place was very centrally located for what I needed. For the intrepid tourist this is excellent news! I could be at some of the Asheville hotspots in mere minutes or outside of the city hiking in a little under 25 minutes.
When I return to Asheville again I will certainly try to book with Kari!
Two thumbs up!