Sam's place is really cool, and perfect for a visit to Asheville. Once you get your bearings you will see how conveniently located it is to things you will want to do. It is only an easy, safe 15-20 minute walk to downtown Asheville, lots of really neat stuff to do and see there. There is huge variety of eating options in downtown Asheville, if you like oysters and seafood I can highly recommend the Lobster Trap. For breakfast you can't beat the food and prices at Five Points, which is only two short blocks from Sam's place. Don't know when I will get back to Asheville, but when I do I hope to stay in Sam's place again.