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Southern Gem | Downtown Asheville with Private Deck | Walkable Downtown Setting

Condo with kitchen, a short walk to Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

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TV, books
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
In the heart of downtown Asheville, Southern Gem offers luxurious accommodations with a touch of modern charm. This unique loft features upscale finishes, hardwood floors, and an elevator for full access. Relax on your private outdoor deck/patio area or take a short walk to enjoy first-rate restaurants and shopping in downtown Asheville.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4165 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Southern Gem | Downtown Asheville with Private Deck | Walkable Downtown Setting

Southern Gem is one of downtown Asheville's original vacation rentals, located in the historic & fully renovated S&W Building, providing truly luxurious accommodations! Everything is walkable in downtown Asheville with restaurants right outside your front door, with easy access via car to literally everything in the area for outdoor enthusiasts & more.
Come live downtown for awhile & create your own memories!

Exclusive Yonder Special: When you book Southern Gem you will receive a special code for discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate! Contact Yonder for more info.

Location:
Downtown Asheville business district; right across from Pritchard Park in the heart of downtown.

Accommodations:
(Sleeps 4-7) 2 bedroom, 2 full baths, Powder Room Bath
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 4 Max. Occupancy: 7
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

Description:
Welcome to the heart of downtown Asheville! While staying in the S&W Building you are within walking distance to shopping, dinning, recreation, and everything downtown Asheville has to offer. The location is second to none.
These unique luxury guest quarters were renovated with a "touch of modern" to compliment the old-world feel of the historic lofts in the local landmark of the S&W Building. The Southern Gems modern renovation features upscale finishes, exposed bring, exposed ductwork, hardwood floors, tile & granite, along with upscale appliances & furniture. There is also an elevator for full access to all.

Southern Gem offers a landmark experience unique to Asheville, and truly has it all for the discerning traveler. Being right downtown with modern amenities, the upscale destination has built a reputation over the years as one of the most popular accommodations in Asheville, and now in our Yonder luxury portfolio, and is one of the most requested! It is not surprising when you put a terrific property together with a spectacular world class location and everything that Asheville has to offer.
Come see what we mean.

The condo features a private outdoor deck/patio area for relaxing, dining, or just enjoying a drink.
You are just minutes from America's favorite scenic byway, The Blue Ridge Parkway, motorcycle touring, biking, hiking, white water rafting, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, zip lining, Segway tour…just about any outdoor activity! Or, take a quick ride or WALK to downtown Asheville to enjoy the first-rate restaurants, shopping, galleries, spas, and entertainment.

We look forward to possibly booking your stay, should these accommodations work for you. We can reserve your stay with a credit card and send out a rental agreement to firm everything up when you are ready…but don't delay too long.

Bedroom/Bath Layout:
Bedroom #1 - Guest Room Suite w/King Bed - Ensuite full Bath (#1)
Bedroom #2 - Guest Room Suite w/King Bed - Ensuite full Bath (#2)
Additional Queen Sleeper sofa
Pack-n-Play
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 4 Max. Occupancy: 7
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

Additional Rate And Fees information:
Yonder openly shares our Cleaning Fees in a manner of full disclosure, as we think this is the most honest and forthright approach with respect to our guests. Our Cleaning Fees are backed by our Clean Guarantee, which reflects the highest level of standards, pristine environments for our guests, and a level of clean that surpasses any other vacation homes; we literally guarantee it!
processing fee
Current local tax rate is 13%
No Security Deposit / Guests are responsible for damages.
Also perfect for 30+ day Executive Rentals

Early Check In and/or Late Check Out may be possible, depending on cleaning schedules and other reservations. If it is possible, there may be an additional fee that would be determined based on the time that you wish to check in or out and the seasonal rates.

Pets: Many of our guests have allergies so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet we can recommend some alternatives nearby.

PARKING OPTIONS: The Health and Human Services parking garage located on the block behind the building, and there are several Municipal Parking Garages (Rankin, Civic Center, Aloft Hotel, Wall Street) located within a 1 - 3 block walk of the S&W building, at guest's expense. The first hour of parking is free, $1.25 per hour thereafter, daily maximum parking $12. On street metered parking is FREE Saturday 6 PM-Monday 8 AM, and all city holidays.

Please inquire for details regarding payment, the cancellation policy, military discount, and trip insurance.

​​​​​​​Note: Reservations over 30 days are subject for review prior to acceptance. A separate rental agreement will be required for 90+ day stays.

Last Minute Bookings: Reservations made within 7 days of check-in require additional documentation before confirmation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,775 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Southern Gem; Downtown Asheville Luxury! Private Deck W/views!
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About the area

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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Orange Peel - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Top of the Monk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Foggy Mountain Brew Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rankin Vault Cocktail Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Red Ginger Dimsum & Tapas - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Southern Gem | Downtown Asheville with Private Deck | Walkable Downtown Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Gem | Downtown Asheville with Private Deck | Walkable Downtown Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Gem | Downtown Asheville with Private Deck | Walkable Downtown Setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Gem | Downtown Asheville with Private Deck | Walkable Downtown Setting located?

Located in Downtown Asheville, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Altamont Theater, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and The Orange Peel. Woolworth Walk and Bender Gallery are just steps away.

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