This quaint, 1930’s suite-style stay is near mountain hikes, and the many fine attractions for which the Asheville and Madison County areas are known. Mars Hill University is a mile away. The hosts provide snacks, fruit, cereal & oatmeal in your upstairs sitting room. A mini fridge, Keurig coffee maker, coffee & tea fixings are included. Bonus: no kitchen and no TV, a true getaway! The hosts respect your privacy and comply with CDC guidelines to keep you safe. This is a truly comfy stay. The upstairs accommodation is all yours and is accessed by passing through the main level of the home. A very narrow, steep and twisty old-timey staircase leads to a vintage-styled, romantically decorated bedroom with fresh flowers, comfy sitting room, and a very large full bathroom filled with amenities. NOTE: The upstairs area has ceilings that measure from 6’3” to 6’ 8” depending on where you stand. The feel of the charming, cozy rooms are like a step back in time. NOTE: The home does not have central heat or air conditioning to the upstairs, but guests find the rooms very comfortable. During winter months, wool blankets are available. Electric blankets and heaters are also provided, altho’ guests report no need for them. In the summer, there is a window unit in the bathroom that cools the upstairs as long as the doors remain open. Fans are also provided. NOTE: The turn in the staircase allows for a very private area if you choose to leave the bedroom doors open. Guests love the quaint, antique-style space! Enjoy a stroll on the grounds, and take in the mountain view on the front porch or back and side decks. The hosts will be in the house with you, and are happy to visit, or offer you privacy. You might have the home to yourself for a few hours if they have plans to be away. Quaint downtown Mars Hill, and Mars Hill University, are a short drive, bike or walk from your stay. You’ll find locally owned restaurants, an organic grocery, a brewery, Camden coffee shop, small “ma-pa” businesses, a library, Mars Landing art gallery, antiquing, a grocery with a Starbucks, churches, a hardware store and various fast-food eateries and fueling stations. The home is located within Mars Hill town, on a main thoroughfare, which makes it an easy route to the freeway, and is an accessible 25 minute drive to downtown Asheville, a scenic drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing, hiking, Bailey Mountain trail and many more featured destinations for which this area is well-known. You will need a car when exploring the mountains of Mars Hill, and for travel to other destinations. The home is one mile from Mars Hill’s downtown, and it is walkable, if you don’t mind not having a sidewalk most of the way. Mars Hill University is lovely to visit. Their art gallery features wonderful monthly shows during the school year. Likewise, their auditorium hosts fabulous student recitals and performances. Next to the University is a manicured town “greenway” which is ideal for a jog, bike or stroll. If you’re looking for a quiet, scenic place to spend your time, this is it. Your hosts will assure that your stay is clean and comfortable, and that you have plenty of tasty snacks. PLEASE NOTE: even though a kitchen, microwave or a large refrigerator is NOT available, a coffee maker and mini fridge is provided. The hosts no longer serve a full in-kitchen breakfast due to covid concerns. However, breakfast fixings are provided in the sitting room. Fresh vase flowers are in the rooms. Allergy concerns? The hosts offer a totally gluten-free, houseplant-free, pet-free environment. There is not a TV or radio in the home. This stay is quiet, restful and very convenient to Mars Hill University and the many area attractions. See you soon!