We really enjoyed Clara's studio. It was larger than expected, very clean, and thoughtfully appointed. There is plenty of room to unpack if you are so inclined. We love the convenience of keyless entry, and you can park in the driveway. The coffee, cream, and biscotti were greatly appreciated.
We walked up to the Grove Park Inn twice, for drinks and dinner. If it's your first trip to Asheville, the GPI is a must see. With it's big fireplaces, it's also a great place to hang out on a rainy or snowy day, should you have bad weather during your stay. The spa is open to non-guests on Wednesdays, I believe. The walk is less than ten minutes. Convenience to the Grove Park Inn is a huge advantage to staying at Clara's.
There a public bus nearby which runs once an hour to downtown, or better yet just take an Uber for $6. We recommend The Montford rooftop at the Hyatt for drinks. We were also able to walk from Clara's to Gan Shan Station for dinner, as well as the Metro Wines store. There's a Trader Joe's nearby.
Clara's studio has brochures to help you plan excursions; you can pick up more at the Blue Ridge Visitor's Center.
We would stay at Clara's again.