Zen Cottage

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Zen Cottage

About the Space

You will arrive to our adorable home and lush, landscaped gardens, and follow the stone path to the back of our home to find the entry to Zen Cottage.

Inside, you’ll find a comfortable living area with a futon, bistro table and a closet area for storing your belongings. The dining area flows into the efficient and well-equipped kitchen. You’ll have everything you’ll need to cook small meals.

We have a SmartTV for enjoying streaming services – you will need to use your own account logins for access to those services. The unique bathroom is across from the kitchen it has a nice walk-in shower and a toilet. Please note there is no sink in the bathroom, so you must use the kitchen sink for washing up. There is a full length mirror in the bathroom, for your convenience. Take the ladder to the loft level for your cozy sleeping area with a comfortable, queen mattress.

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Take in our beautifully landscaped yard by relaxing on the stone patio beside the Cottage. At night, feel free to enjoy a fire in the fire pit (bring your own wood). And if you’re feeling adventurous, try out our outdoor shower.

Location

We are located in the beloved Montford Neighborhood, a National Register Historic District on the edge of Downtown Asheville. This eclectic neighborhood consists of a blend of beautiful, historic homes as well as newer modern and craftsman-style homes, along with several neighborhood businesses. This is a great community to go for a stroll or bike ride, or for a walk into Downtown. We are steps away from the Reed Creek Greenway, which is a great place to go for a run or bike ride. The Creek and Greenway run along the back of our Property!

Our Cottage is perfect for up to 3 people that want to enjoy all of the amenities of Downtown Asheville, while having their own space to relax, enjoy a unique experience and have the convenience to cook their own meals. Explore the neighborhood or take a stroll into Downtown. At Zen Cottage, everything you could want from your Asheville stay is so convenient and close by!

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Guest Access

You will have exclusive access to your private Cottage. The friendly homeowners live in the house on site and you may hear them occasionally or their sweet dog, Smokey. Please do not climb the stairs to the deck outside.

The homeowners, their guests and other tenants may use the outside area and fire pit area by the creek. We will respect your privacy and we ask that all guests please respect the privacy of others at our home and property. You’ll also have access to the shared utility room in our basement where the laundry machines are located.

 

Other Things to Note

  • Parking is on-street only and we kindly request that you do not park directly in front of the house. Please be prepared to walk a block or two to your car. Specific parking instructions will be provided 2 days before check-in.
  • Please note that the bathroom does not have a sink. Guests must use the kitchen sink for all purposes. There is a little mirror on the kitchen cabinet!
  • We provide all of the essentials for a comfortable stay including bedding, towels, soaps, shampoo, conditioner, dishes and cooking utensils and basic spices.
  • Mid-stay cleanings may be required, depending on the length of the stay. Tenants will pay our professional cleaning partners directly for any mid-stay cleanings.
  • Guests will have access to our laundry machines, located in the utility room of our basement. Please be aware that this amenity is shared with the Owners and other guests.

What Our Guests Are Saying

I stayed here for a summer internship. I had a great experience and highly recommend the Zen Cottage for solo female travelers! It was very private, while still being close to other people which made me feel very safe. Jessica was incredibly responsive and quickly resolved any issues I had while I was there. Overall a great experience and I would highly recommend!

Makenzie, Park Hills, MO

“Fantastic location, walking distance to downtown, several grocery stores and a greenway literally behind the place. Host communicated wonderfully and we had no issues. Nice neighborhood and we were able to park within a couple of blocks, no safety concerns. Cozy space, any more than two people might be tough, but the two of us were fine. Lovely yard and sitting area with a fire pit, quiet area, never heard anyone else and felt very private despite being in a backyard. Would recommend and stay again.”

Sam, Roanoke, VA

This is a very cosy cottage in a great location. There are couple of restaurants and stores nearby, or you can walk into downtown Asheville in less than 20 minutes.
The cottage itself is nicely furnished and the loft bed was comfy – especially after walking up hills all day. The area is nice and quiet too.
Parking can be a little tricky when it’s busy, but once you’re checked in there’s a handy guide showing where to park. The guide also includes a lot of info on the local area including restaurants, bars, and fun things to do. Communication was excellent and the host always replied promptly.

Phillip, USA

“This cottage is wonderful! The location is perfect – walkable to downtown (about 15-20 minutes depending on your destination). The cottage itself is cozy, clean, and quaint. We will definitely stay again the next time we come to Asheville.”

Chris, Austin, TX

“This place is great. Location couldn’t have been better. We were able to walk maybe 3 blocks and we were right in downtown. Really didn’t have to take an Uber when going or returning anywhere in or near DT. The cottage itself was awesome. I will definitely be staying here again.

Brian, Charlotte, NC

“The Zen Den is just that – Zen! It was cozy, clean and just what we needed. Easy Uber and walkable bars and restaurants. Quiet street and easy access!”

Maggie, Baltimore, MD

“This place is great! It is within minutes of downtown and is walking distance to pretty much everything. Super clean, well maintained space, would definitely recommend!”

Katie, Sarasota, FL

The Zen cottage was an amazing stay. Jessica and Sharlette were great hosts that have very valuable knowledge of the city of Asheville.

Jesse, Pittsburgh, PA

“Cute little cottage. Awesome location, 15 minute walk to downtown. Great communication. I would recommend it.

Wes, Jacksonville, FL

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