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CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free

Cottage with kitchenette, near Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

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Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
In downtown Asheville, surrounded by woods, a private studio awaits with a luxurious Cal-King bed and premium sheets. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance on your deck or unwind in the spacious room with whimsical decor. With a microwave, mini fridge, coffee maker and amenities like eco-friendly soaps and soft towels.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free

Experience Asheville in Style! Stay in this chic, dog-friendly cottage just steps from downtown. Enjoy modern comforts, a private patio, and easy access to local shops and eateries. Perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure.

Beautiful private studio with deck and private entrance attached to our 100 year old historic Appalachian home. Completely private with private entrance. You will feel like you are in the woods while being in walking distance of Downtown Asheville! A luxury Cal-King bed (that we cal the 6K bed as that’s how much it cost ) with premium sheets, duvet and hypoallergenic pillows await you. Always dog friendly for well behaved fur babies! (Dog must not have aggression issues with humans or other dogs)

Feel welcomed home as you arrive to your parking space right in front of the studio. Walk onto your private deck with comfy reclined chairs and a peaceful fountain. Enter the private entrance to enjoy a spacious bright room decorated with whimsical happiness!

Your luxury California-King bed awaits with premium hypoallergenic linens and pillows. Go ahead and unpack your items in a your huge closet or the beautiful Mule Chest dresser. Small fridge, microwave, coffee maker with premium coffee, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.

The bathroom amenities include Premium Eco Sciences Soaps and Shampoo that are safe for you and the planet! Soft bath towels, hand and makeup clothes are provided as well as a hair dryer.

We have spend our lives in the hospitality business and know how to take care of our guests to give them a memorable vacation!

We follow all CDC cleaning protocols!

Microwave, mini fridge, coffee maker and toaster provided.

Well behaved Dogs stay free!

Carbon neutral:

Your stay with us with be carbon neutral
as we purchase carbon offsets for our energy needs!

Our above & beyond promise...

If you are past the refund period and need to cancel, we will allow you to rebook your trip for future dates with us for equal or lesser value of your reservation up to one year after the date of your original reservation as long as we can rebook your original dates.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Dog must be well behaved and not have aggression issues with humans or other dogs!
Dogs must be on a Flea and Tick prevention program as we are in the mountains and your dog can pick up fleas or ticks outdoors when not on treatment.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Downtown Peacock Escape House Asheville
Downtown Peacock Escape House
Downtown Peacock Escape Asheville
Downtown Peacock Escape
Peacock Escape Asheville
Cottage
Peacock Escape Asheville
Close TO Downtown Peacock Escape
Close TO Downtown - Peacock Escape Cottage
Close TO Downtown - Peacock Escape Asheville
Close TO Downtown - Peacock Escape Cottage Asheville

About the area

Map
Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grove Park Country Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Botanical Gardens at Asheville - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • The Orange Peel - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪High Five Coffee - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free located?

Located in the heart of Asheville, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of North Carolina at Asheville and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Asheville Masonic Temple are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN- The Peacock Retreat- Dogs Stay Free Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 234 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was incredibly clean and very nice to come back to after a day of adventuring! It was also very conveniently located near downtown so it took almost no time to get to interesting walkable areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Utterly charming and communication with owner was great. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lane P.

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

Great stay

Came in for a wedding and had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cass O.

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

Great location for downtown

Great place to stay and recover while visiting all parts of downtown ashville.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan A.

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

Perfect little getaway

This was a wonderful place to stay, very close to downtown. Quaint and quiet, it was just what we were looking for in our weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Charming cozy stay

A charming cozy stay, the cottage was so cute and perfect for a weekend stay. Bed was extremely comfortable and the stay was exactly what we needed. Hosts were responsive and supportive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Great location convenient to everything

Very nice room close to everything in downtown Asheville. Had everything we need for a stay with our pups including a small fenced in area for the dogs to go off leash. Nice quiet neighborhood. Owners were excellent with communication prior to and during the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great location

Very cozy and perfect for a visit to Asheville
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Cozy cottage

Comfortable and cozy cottage in a great location. Very convenient to everything.Quiet safe neighborhood feel. Walkable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

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

Great Weekend Mountain Stay!

My husband and I traveled to Asheville for the weekend with our two dogs. The house is exactly as described and in a very cute neighborhood-good for walking the dogs around as well. There’s coffee, a microwave and a mini-fridge, so just enough for a weekend stay (when we were eating out for our meals). We saw Wilco at The Yards, hiked Bearwallow Mountain in Hendersonville, had dinner at Jettie Rae’s Saturday night and ate at Taco Billy’s Sunday for lunch on the way out-all were fantastic and highly recommend! The owners checked in several times, which we so appreciated! I highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey M.

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

Wonderful hosts and great location!

We came to asheville for a little less than a week with our two dogs and we were easily accommodated with a private porch with parking directly outside, an attached little fenced in area perfect for our "at-home" needs with the dogs, and a perfect distance away from a park perfect for taking them on a short walk. A good sized bedroom and bathroom with an area to eat and all the space we needed to relax when we weren't out and about. Our hosts sent us a wonderful and detailed list before arrival of dog-friendly and otherwise restsurants and shops that we checked out and were very pleased! Great price for the location! Overall a great stay, would gladly book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

What a Gem

An amazing little cottage. It is a few minutes to just about everything and very fur baby friendly. Thank you Mike for taking the time to recommend something's for us to do. Very enjoyable experience, we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Great Host and Very Close to Town.

We enjoyed our stay and it worked out very well for my wife and I and our Pup.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keri B.

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

Magical space

Host was amazing. The place also smelled so good and inviting!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tana W.

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

Celebrating our 17 wedding anniversary.

We loved the Quaint little neighbor located right out side the art district and lovely little shops and restaurants in Ashville. Great hosts and really enjoyed our stay. Very dog friendly town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanders F.

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

Lovely Space for an Asheville Get-Away

I had a wonderful time at Mike & Tom’s lovely place! They made sure I had everything I needed, whether it be for the space or even what to do around town! The space was EXACTLY what I needed for my weekend trip to attend a workshop. I look forward to staying there in the future 💚 Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Very nice place for a short stay

Hosts were very nice and responsive. It’s a small space that’s well suited to a weekend type of stay. Bed is comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine T.

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

Excellent

Great place to stay, clean, convenient and hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Enjoyable weekend getaway

We enjoyed our first trip to Asheville at this cozy litttle spot. Mike was super accommodating with great recommendations. All and all it was a great weekend we would recommend the Peacock to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Perfect Little Weekend Spot

The cottage was super cute and the perfect setup for a weekend getaway. My husband and I and our three pups had a fantastic and comfortable stay. The side porch and rocking chairs for morning coffee was A++++. Hosts were great with communication and onsite, but completely respectful of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

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

Cute place in Asheville

We had a wonderful time staying in the cute peacock cottage. It’s in a beautiful neighborhood with a friendly and attentive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Great getaway

Very nice place and definitely dog friendly. Felt private though close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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

Perfect stay!

Hosts Mike and Tom and their hospitality…5 stars! Rental true to its pictures…5 stars! Cleanliness and attention to detail…5 stars! Lovely, whimsical retreat…5 stars! Location (location, location)…5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike Y.

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

Great getaway spot

Michael and Tom are great hosts. The location is very convenient to downtown and all the attractions Asheville has to offer. The accommodations were spacious and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023