My family, including older parents, just spent 5 days at Pure Carolina and enjoyed our experience overall. I’d give it a very strong 3 or weak 4 stars. I might stay again, depending upon prevailing alternatives (there was a dearth of places available when I shopped). Some considerations:
1) kitchen is L-shaped with no island so, given limited counter-space, kitchen can get crowded if your inclined to make cooking a family affair.
2) the parking spot “above the house” are tight and take some getting used to. Best to have somebody to guide you from outside your vehicle.
3) heat is noticeably unbalanced between down- and upstairs, so grab the bottom room if you run hot.
4) cookware is rather basic so bring sauce pans and storage containers if you’re looking to cook.
5) there is no grill.
6) it’s never particularly heartwarming to read in the book that any neighbor complaining about noise could result in you being immediately dispossessed of the space. Imagine threatening to take your money back if the house didn’t live up to expectations (which it never does) at your first “welcome”.
7) there is no shower soap provided so don’t forget to bring some.
8) Asheville still thinks masks prevent Covid spread, so don’t forget your facial decoration.
Beyond that, the management team was very responsive and friendly. The house is lovely to look at and, aside from the kitchen, nicely laid out. The appliances work and water pressure is normal. The balcony and natural light through the house is lovely.