Welcome to Sunset Heights! Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood within the Great Smokies, you will find our new, bright and cozy studio that features breathtaking up-close Mountain View’s. We are only a 1.5 mile hop onto I-40 that takes you 17 miles into Asheville or 15 miles to Waynesville. We are a perfect choice if you need an easy overnight rest, or stay longer and enjoy a fully furnished studio that is close to hiking trails, fly-fishing, mountain bike trails, elk viewing and skiing. The space This new 550 square foot studio space is located in the lower level of our home with its own private entrance. Relax and refuel in the open-plan living space that features a fully-equipped kitchen (stove, dishwasher, blender, microwave, toaster, utensils, pots/pans, dinnerware, crockpot, food processor, cutting boards, full-size refrigerator), electric fireplace, corner dining nook and cozy queen bed. The kitchen is stocked with a keurig and k-cups, full coffee maker with regular and decaf provided, assortment of hot teas, creamers, olive oil and some spices. Enjoy your morning coffee on your private patio and take in the sounds of neighboring donkeys, a lively rooster and various song birds. Enjoy a cup of hot tea while watching the beautiful sunset over the mountains. Relax in the hammock and enjoy listening to the sounds of crickets and tree frogs…. or take a peaceful slumber. Sit around the spacious fire pit and stare at the open star-sprinkled sky while roasting marshmallows. Maybe you will see a deer bounding through our yard! -Our space is meant for 2 guests, however 3 guests can be accommodated with prior approval. We do charge extra guest fees and we do not allow un-approved guests on the property for everyone’s safety. Make sure you include ALL guests (including children) when booking. Failure to do so may result in a cancellation of your stay. Absolutely NO parties of any kind. The space is not large enough to accommodate. We offer a pack and play for infants/toddlers to be used at your discretion. Please let us know if you will be bringing a small child and we will provide some toys. A third guest can also sleep on the comfy couch. - Pet’s must be approved beforehand. Only ONE pet allowed, unless further approved. $60 per pet (if second one is allowed). Our place is simply not equipped to handle multiple pets. Please DO NOT allow pets on any furniture. Please bring your pet’s favorite bed or crate. We provide couch and bed covers to protect the furniture against hair and odors. We will remove the seagrass rug before your pet arrives to prevent any un-foreseen accidents from occurring. You must keep your dog leashed at all times and pick up after them. If your dog is prone to barking when left un- attended then make sure they are not left alone. We will have you sign a pet agreement before your stay to show you have acknowledged these rules. If damage is incurred due to your pet, then reimbursement will be required. -All Linens (sheets, blankets, duvet, pillow cases, throws) and all towels are washed after every single guest. All surfaces are sanitized. -When arriving, please follow signage for guest parking. You will see a sign for guest parking on the garage door. -Let us know if you will be arriving after dark so that we can leave the porch light on for you. - Your studio is double insulated to ensure your privacy and solitude. It is acoustically sealed so that we are unable to hear any normal range of tv, music or conversation. We have provided a noise machine and ear plugs on the occasion that you may hear our muffled footsteps, muted melody from a piano or our little girl laughing or playing. - The house has central heat and air conditioning. Please Let us know the best temperature to keep you comfortable. Enjoy the electric fireplace, it heats a space nicely. There is also a setting for no heat, ambiance only. Please cut off the fireplace when you are not at the Airbnb. -Initial coffee, tea’s, toiletries, paper items, shampoo/conditioner/lotion/bodywash, etc will be provided. They will not be replenished during your stay. -There is no washer/dryer on premises , please carefully launder the sheets and towels (treat stains beforehand) if you are staying long term and need to do so. There is a laundromat nearby. -Please enjoy the games and books (located under the coffee table). Cornhole is also located in the closet. -The fire-pit may be enjoyed upon request only and only during certain hours. Please use responsibly and follow safety guidelines listed in our provided binder. -Fire extinguisher is located under the kitchen sink. - Grill on the provided charcoal grill or cook up a tasty meal in the fully stocked kitchen. - Enjoy free wi-fi and Amazon prime and Netflix on the 48 inch flatscreen TV. -The garage is not accessible to guests. -Please review our detailed binder filled with local attractions, menus, house rules and check out instructions. Do not hesitate to text us if you need more information or recommendations about seasonal events occurring during your stay. -Absolutely no parties or events allowed -Please do not let big fluffy cat inside, he sprays everything -There will be charges for any damages incurred during your stay. - Let us know if there is anything you need! We love having you!! Guest access Access your private space through the sliding glass door to the right of the garage. When using the keypad lock, make sure the door is pulled snug up against the frame while both locking and unlocking. Other things to note Our neighbor’s huge, fluffy blue-eyed cat, Handsome Kitty, loves to greet our guests. He is very affectionate and try’s to come inside. No matter how hard he begs, PLEASE do NOT let him inside. We love him, but he loves to mark his territory.