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Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville

Holiday home in Leicester with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, books - Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville (Leicester)

Nestled in the mountains near downtown Asheville, Carol's Castle offers a warm and inviting retreat. Unwind by the fireplace with a good book or enjoy cooking up a meal in the fully stocked kitchen. Relax outside on the deck to watch sunset over beautiful mountain views, and rest well on luxury King size beds.

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8251 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville

Carol's Castle sleeps 8 and offers beautiful mountain views within a 15 minute drive to downtown Asheville. Grocery stores, restaurants and shopping are only a few minutes away. Cosy up to the fireplace, read a book or watch TV in the cozy living room. Aspiring chefs can whip up a meal in the fully stocked kitchen and relax outside to watch the sunset on the deck. Both King size beds are Dreamcloud adjustable bases and all soaps, linens and towels are luxury hotel brands to enhance your stay! Owners on site.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Service animals only (pets not 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.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors

Don't start laundry. Please leave linens on the beds. We have a method, lol. Thank you

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please do not start laundry when checking out. You can leave in laundry room, if desired.

IMPORTANT: Please do not leave awning open when not in use

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Leicester, NC

What's nearby

Leicester Branch Library - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
French Broad River - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
University of North Carolina at Asheville - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
The Orange Peel - 13 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Papas Pizza - ‬6 min drive
‪High Five Coffee - ‬15 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
‪Silverball Subs - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville located?

Situated in Leicester, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Leicester Branch Library, French Broad River and Asheville Treetops Adventure Park. New Belgium Brewing Company and Center for Spiritual Living are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Welcome to Carol's Castle! Mountain views & horses within 15 min of DT Asheville Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

14 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect! The house has everything you could possibly need and is the best place we have ever stayed. If you looking for the best, look no further than here.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny M.

16 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house. The house was perfect for our getaway to Asheville. Easy access to Downtown Asheville. House was setep perfect and very clean. One of the best VRBO experiences weve had. The horses were a bounus.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena S.

22 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House - Perfect Stay!

A thousand stars is not enough to rate this house! It was immaculate! The house was so spacious and had a beautiful view of the mountain line. Everything you could ask for was provided! The beds were so comfortable and inviting. The kitchen was equipped for your every need. The decor and mirrors were the perfect touch to our weekend! My daughter was overcome with joy to have such a lovely place to stay while preparing for her wedding day.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dakota c.

22 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You want to stay here!

This was one of the better VRBO homes we have rented. The photos are accurate which is refreshing since most places do not have accurate listing photos. This home is well stocked with everything being neatly labeled. Our grandparents live down the street and we wanted something close to them so we could invite them over for dinners and visiting. We walked in to a clean, open, and bright home that had nicer linens and towels than any other Vrbo we have stayed in. You can tell the owners wanted to make this a comfortable home away from home for their guests. They have games, extra blankets, extra pillows, kitchen appliances above and beyond the “usual.” The back deck was relaxing in the evenings and we enjoyed watching the sunset. The nearest grocery store is just down the street. We were easily able to get over to Pisgah National Forest and Madison County so the location was a great spot right in the middle. The views are incredible. You should absolutely book this home just not on the dates I need it. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025