Award-winning mid-century modern home. Private hot tub, city views, walkable to downtown. 17 years of five-star hospitality.
What was kept and what was elevated — a deliberate balance of preservation and renovation since 2008.
Original 1950s single-story layout and proportions kept intact.
Original materials and architectural details honored throughout.
Mature oak trees and natural landscaping providing full seclusion.
Dramatic architectural volume added to the main living area.
One of Asheville's earliest private outdoor spa installations.
Converted carport — tiled stone patio, fire pit, city views.
"I didn't follow trends. I set them."— When the carport became an outdoor living room in 2008, Asheville took note.
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Hosting Since 2008
A 1950s ranch saved from the wrecking ball — redesigned as Asheville's most storied vacation rental.
In 2008, two parallel decisions shaped what this property became — and what Asheville outdoor living looks like today.
While developers were flattening mid-century ranches to build McMansions, our host — a professional interior decorator with 20+ years of experience — saw what others couldn't: good bones, vintage character, and architectural integrity worth preserving.
The Asheville Citizen-Times covered the renovation in "Giving Ranch a Chance," celebrating a vision that honored 1950s architecture while layering in modern luxury.
That same year, the Citizen-Times featured this home again — for the then-radical concept of renting a beautifully designed property to travelers. Airbnb didn't exist yet. VRBO was barely known. This was the real start of boutique vacation rentals in Asheville.
Seventeen years and 86+ five-star reviews later, that bet has paid off every single time a guest walks through the front door.
37 professional photos across every space — indoors and out.
Stone patio, fire pit, private hot tub, covered porch swing — the outdoor spaces were pioneering in 2008 and still set the standard. This is where the real memories get made.
Book on AirbnbFully private outdoor spa — one of the first hot tub installations in downtown Asheville’s vacation rental market.
5-minute drive and 20-minute walk to downtown Asheville restaurants. Located within a 10-minute walking distance to local eateries, including Bone & Broth, Jettie Rae’s & The Little Pearl, Taco Temple, City Bakery, OWL Bakery North Asheville, and Metro Wines.
Unobstructed downtown and Blue Ridge Mountain views from the tiled open-air stone patio.
Tiled outdoor stone patio — the social center of the property, perfect for evening gatherings.
Eight-piece Kitchen-Aid Stainless Steel appliances, breakfast bar, three coffee makers, Totala Smart Oven, and fully stocked Chef’s cookware and supplies.
Dramatic architectural volume with original exposed wood beams throughout the main living area.
Sleeps up to six. Bed Configurations: Primary with a queen bed and an ensuite bathroom. Guest with a queen bed and a guest/hall bath adjacent to the bedroom. Office/guest with a double twin trundle daybed that can convert to a king bed, with access to the guest/hall bathroom down the hall.
Professionally decorated by a 20+ year interior designer. Featured in Asheville Citizen-Times.
Perfect 5.0 on check-in and communication. Lise responds fast and knows Asheville inside-out.
Lise is a former marketing professional with five years of experience promoting luxury homes, private villas, and estates across the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. She worked with one of the pioneering companies in the private home rental market—long before platforms like Airbnb and VRBO reshaped the industry.
For the past 17 years, Lise has been a dedicated host, most notably through her beloved renovation project in Asheville. She understands what travelers want: a stay that feels personal, elevated, and effortlessly comfortable while experiencing the charm of a vibrant, growing city.
Together with her co-host and neighbor, Damon Sean, Lise offers a seamless and responsive guest experience. Their combined 40 years of Asheville knowledge ensures guests feel both well cared for and truly connected to the area.
86+ verified Airbnb reviews. 4.86 overall rating.
A hand-picked selection of personal favorites, from walking-distance neighborhood eateries to local secrets and rooftop views.
Tree-lined streets, genuine privacy, and still within walking distance of everything that makes Asheville one of the top travel destinations in the Southeast.
Girls' getaway, romantic escape, creative retreat — this home has hosted them all since 2008. 4.86 stars. 86+ reviews. Zero disappointments.