Gretchen was a lovely host. We did not see much of her during our 3 day stay, but when we did, she was thoughtful, gracious and informative. Her house is beautiful and comfortable and is filled with cheerful colors and many artisanal touches. We especially appreciate the restaurant recommendations and the loan of her bicycles, which helped us explore more of the area.
The surrounding neighborhood was conveniently located near yoga studios, cafes and a Trader Joe"s. It was about a 15-20 minute walk to downtown Asheville.