Marilynn (and her dog Sampson) were great hosts. I was looking for a place in Asheville where I could explore, relax, and still get some work done when needed. This was perfect. She's just south of I-40, just 10 minutes or so to most of Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Marilynn was gone during the days at work; so, I usually had the place to myself. The fenced back yard with a deck was a great place to hang out for both me and my dog. When I did want to explore, Marilynn had great suggestions for breweries, places to hike, and pretty much anything you'd want to do in the area. I usually ran trails or otherwise worked out in the morning, did work in the afternoon, then checked out breweries and restaurants in the evening. Everything is very accessible, and Marilynn always had suggestions for new places once I'd exhausted her list.
The house is full of light during the day, and the room you stay in has a huge walk-in closet so you can put things out of your way. The bed's a little old, but was comfortable for me, and I worked at the desk in the room or out in the living areas regularly.
If you're looking for a great base from which to explore the area and a host who's ready to help you do that, come here. I'd come back for sure.