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Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville!

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Escape to this luxurious Leicester vacation rental, just minutes from downtown Asheville. Unwind with family and friends in the spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home featuring a heated pool, hot tub, fire pit, game room with arcade games and movie theater room.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16409 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

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

Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville!

⛰️Welcome to Mountain Shadows, where your ultimate vacation awaits!

This spectacular 6BR 5BA luxury home is located in Leicester's serene mountain community, just minutes from vibrant downtown Asheville! Combining modern elegance with mountain vistas, the home features a private heated pool, relaxing private hot tub, dedicated movie theater, arcade game room, an outdoor fire pit, and more! Perfect for families and groups seeking adventure and relaxation amidst breathtaking Appalachian views!

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
📏 Property size: 4,374 square feet
🛏️ Bedrooms: 6 (Sleeps: 16)
🏊‍♀️ Private Pool (Seasonal/Closed during Winter season)
♨️ Year-Round Hot Tub
🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen
🎬 Dedicated Movie Theater Room
🎮 Game Room & Pool Table
🔥 Indoor Fireplace Outdoor Fire Pit
⚡ Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger (Pay Per Charge)
🛜 High-speed Internet / WiFi

Please check 'Other information to note' if you're interested in requests such as pool heating, early check-in, late check-out, and to know more about other important details regarding your stay.

INTERIOR LAYOUT
★ MAIN FLOOR ★
• Bedroom 1 (Master Bedroom 1) - King bed with Smart TV, Walk-in Closet & Dresser for storage
• Bedroom 2 - Very comfortable queen bed

• Master Bathroom (ensuite w/ Master Bedroom) - Jetted tub and shower
• Bathroom 2 (shared) - Full bath with toilet, combo tub/shower

• Living Room - Spacious open-concept space with indoor fireplace, smart TV with cable, comfortable seating, and stunning mountain views
• Kitchen - Fully equipped with modern appliances, large island, and dining area
• Laundry Room - Full-size washer and dryer with essentials

★ UPPER LEVEL ★
• Bedroom 3 - Queen bed with mountain views and ample storage
• Bedroom 4 - Two bunk beds perfect for children, with TV & decorated with fun themes

• Bathroom 3 - Full bath with toilet and combo tub/shower, shared between bedrooms

• Game Room - Ping pong table, pool table, mini basketball hoop & more!

★ LOWER LEVEL ★
• Bedroom 5 (Master 2) - King bed with TV & closet for storage
• Bedroom 6 - Plush King-size bed for great comfort

• Bathroom 4 (ensuite w/ Master 2) - Full bath with shower
• Bathroom 5 (shared) - Full bath with combo tub/shower

• Movie Theater Room - Private movie theater experience with comfortable theater-style seating

★ OUTDOOR SPACE ★
• Private Pool - Seasonal
• Hot Tub - Perfect for relaxing after mountain adventures
• Fire Pit Area - Gather around for evening s'mores and storytelling
• Expansive Deck with outdoor dining area
• BBQ Grill - Complete with barbecue utensils
• Private Backyard - Open grass space perfect for games and activities

🍽️ KITCHEN & DINING
✓ Full-size refrigerator with ice maker
✓ Gas stove and oven
✓ Dishwasher
✓ Keurig Duo Coffee maker and hot water kettle
✓ Microwave & Toaster
✓ Blender & Electric Hand Mixer
✓ Complete cookware, baking sheets, and cooking basics (oil, salt, pepper)
✓ BBQ Utensils
✓ Full set of dishes, silverware, wine glasses, and dining table
✓ All essential cooking and serving utensils

🏘️ FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXTRAS
✓ Pack 'n Play travel crib
✓ High chair and children's dinnerware
✓ Board games

📍 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & LOCATIONS (BY CAR)
Attractions:
• Botanical Gardens at Asheville - 15 minutes
• Asheville Pinball Museum - 16 minutes
• Pritchard Park - 18 minutes
• Biltmore Estate - 20 minutes

Necessities:
• Nearest Grocery Store - 4 minutes
• Los Tacotes Restaurant - 5 minutes
• Salty Goat Grill - 6 minutes
• Nearest Supermarket - 14 minutes

GUEST ACCESS & HOW TO CHECK-IN
Guests have full and exclusive access to the home & its outdoor amenities. Self-check-in is available via a smart lock with a personalized access code.

Other Information to Note

🔥 POOL HEATING NOTICE
The pool is seasonal and can be heated for an additional fee. The pool uses an electric heat pump heater, and performance may vary based on outdoor temperatures. Please inquire before booking if you'd like the pool heated during your stay.

🐾 PETS
Our home is pet-friendly. We collect pet fees. Kindly message us for more details.

🗑 TRASH
Trash and recycling bins are located in the garage. We provide starter trash bags for your stay in our home.

⏰ EARLY CHECK-IN / LATE CHECK-OUT
Requests must be made at least a day in advance. Approval depends on availability. Fees apply.

🚗 PARKING SPACE
The property can accommodate up to a maximum of 9-10 cars combined with its garage, driveway, and area around the back of the house.

📦 DELIVERIES & LOST ITEMS
We'll do our best to help as much as possible, but we should not be held responsible for packages or lost items post-checkout. Please note that shipping and handling fees apply for left items.

🏠 TRAVELING WITH A GROUP?
We have other listings in the area. Please reach out so we can check availability for your traveling party.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • 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

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,400 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 - 18

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

Pets

Pets are 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

464260

About the area

Located in Leicester, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Travelling with kids? Consider Botanical Gardens at Asheville, or check out an event or a game at Kimmel Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leicester, NC

What's nearby

  • Leicester Branch Library - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Addison Farms Vineyard - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • French Broad River - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 17 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪High Five Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silverball Subs - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville! located?

This family-friendly Leicester holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.8 mi (3 km) from Leicester Branch Library, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Botanical Gardens at Asheville and French Broad River. Beaver Lake and Beaver Lake View Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Perfect for family! Luxurious home ~ 20mins to Asheville! Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Erika A.

Nice Place for Family. Very Clean House

Nice place for family very clean house excellent service
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Perfect for our Family Celebration. Host was extremely attentive

This property was perfect for our family celebration. It comfortably accommodated 13 of us. It was close to Downtown Asheville as mentioned on the description. We enjoyed swimming, using the hot tub, and cooking on the grill. The host was extremely attentive and responded super quick to the questions I had over the weekend. My family had a wonderful time staying at this property
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10/10 Excellent

Spring B.

Highly Recommended! Large Home and Helpful Host!

The house was awesome! Very roomy and comfortable for our large family! The pool was a great place to hangout and relax. The hosts were super helpful and always responded right away. Would definitely recommend, especially if you have a large group!
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10/10 Excellent

Byoun Jin K.

Great stay

Great stay! It was perfect for our family gathering with young kids.
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10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

Great location!

We enjoyed our stay as a small company business meeting location and retreat. Great location which was convenient to Asheville.
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10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

Nice place for a family gathering

Nice place for a family gathering. Lots of room, great outdoor pool, and close to restaurants and grocery stores. Kitchen is a stand-out—has everything you need!
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10/10 Excellent

Kashfaa T.

Great location

Great location 15/20 mins from downtown Asheville with amazing amenities. Can hold a big group and the host was very responsive and accommodating!
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10/10 Excellent

House was huge

The house was huge and had space for all of our family, the company was very responsive and made everything easy. We plan to stay again maybe in the summer to use the pool…….
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

Wonderful Family Trip

Large house, quiet neighborhood, perfect for the small dogs to play in backyard, pool was amazing, space for family of 11 to spread out, close to Asheville, plenty of parking & easy getting in & out of driveways, Mighty Tree Properties excellent to work with, communication was excellent
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Great house!

Great house! We loved the hot tub and outdoor space. House was spacious and great for our needs. Would book this house again for our next visit to Asheville.
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya K.

Spacious, clean house with lots of amenities

Spacious, clean house with lots of amenities. Just like the photos. Very responsive and kind hosts! Really enjoyed our big family trip here!

10/10 Excellent

Oliver S.

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

Great Vacation Home

Rented it for the weekend with some friends and we had a blast! The rooms are beautifully decorated! Would definitely recommend to anybody
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ileene S.

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

Perfect place for a family fog all ages!

Was looking for a place for our family to spend the week together. We have grand children ranging from 1 to 21 and adults parents with all different ideas of a fun time. This area and house had something for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kofi O.

Great. Especially for big groups

Great place to be in the Asheville area especially for big groups. The place to big enough to accomodate big groups without you feeling packed together. Quiet neighbourhood if you need some peace.
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

thoroughly enjoyed

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! There is plenty of space for a large group. We especially enjoyed the pool table, game room, and hot tub. We appreciated how well-stocked the kitchen was. We would come back again if we're in the area!
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10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Great house all around

Great house! Extremely clean. Host was quick to respond to any questions. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Claribel F.

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

College Graduation

Beautiful home. Well stocked kitchen. Weather complied and we were able to enjoy the gorgeous deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Family Vacay

Brought our 4 grown children and 7 grandchildren. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute. The pool, theatre room and game room were big successes to all. About 15 minute drive to downtown Asheville. Plenty of room for all to be quite comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Will be back!

This home is gorgeous and very accommodating! The host offers lots of extras such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and extra toilet paper to name a few. Each bedroom was nicely supplied with linens, extra blankets, towels, washcloths, and make up remover wipes! They really go above and beyond and our group will likely return again!

10/10 Excellent

Sarju P.

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

Pleasant, Relaxing and Enjoyable

Property was great. Thought we would have views of the mountains but did not. Place was clean and had all we needed for a big group. Some plumbing issues in the basement bathroom that were addressed right away. Overall satisfied with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Philipp S.

5 Stars = Excellent

My family and I recently stayed at this amazing rental in the mountains. It was an incredible experience. The house was spacious and beautifully designed, providing plenty of room for all of us to enjoy. The heated pool, jacuzzi, game room and fire pit were the highlights of our stay, keeping both kids and adults entertained. The hosts were thoughtful and provided almost everything we needed. The location was perfect for exploring nature and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Overall, it was a fantastic stay and I highly recommend this property for a relaxing family getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E., Marietta

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

Family stay

We rented this property for a long family birthday weekend. We immediately were greeted with a text making sure we had everything we needed. The home was well equipped with plenty of supplies and equipment. There was lots of room for all of us and plenty to do including pool table, ping pong, fooseball, etc. The theater and seats were a nice added activity. The pool and area are well maintained. My only suggestion would be an umbrella or two for those of us who need some shade while enjoying the pool. We would definitely rent the home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Allan B.

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

Shadow Mountain

Overall great time, however, there is much that needs to be improved at this location. * Lack of window treatments, grill starter broken and no grill lighter, no fire extinguisher or fire alarms, zero shade at the pool or the deck (umbrellas are cheap!), pool table unusable - too close to wall and only one stick, ice maker dispenser broken, hot tub cover ripped and needs an arm for easy open/close, fire pit area is not level and the chairs are old and broken, shower liner in basement is gross, carpet upstairs is filthy, ceiling fans in larger upstairs about to fall off, etc. Again, overall good house but needs some work before I'd recommend this to a friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Perfect home for large group

If you have a big group, this house is for you. There is seating in the kichen to accommodate everyone. it was just my wife and I and i believe the house would actually sleep 8-10 or more, so it was plenty big for us 2. The house was exactly as described. check in was easy, and the host was great. The house was in like new condition. My only recommendation is to put a blinder of some sort up in the hot tub area. There is no privacy at all when in use. Also, possibly a wind break/curtain aroundhot tub area for the wind blowing in off the lake. The low temperature was around 40 each night of our stay. With the wind funneling through off the lake, it had to have been a 20 degree difference in the wind chill.

4/10 Poor

Tony S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

DISAPPOINTED

If you are looking for a big home with a lot to do, this is a good start. Everything after that falls extremely short, unfortunately. The location, the view and the ammenities are great but this place is filthy and not well maintained. The entire home, especially the basement and first floor are extremely musty. The smell will sit in your nose and on your clothes, making it hard to breathe. If you are sensitive to smells, do NOT stay here. Me and my youngest are allergic to mold and we struggled in this home. A simple mold test would likely help the owners admit they have a problem and get it mitigated. The washing machine was so filthy with mildew and dirt sitting in the detergent compartment, which is why all the towels smelled like "old, dirty dish towels". The pool is also dirty and the hot tub was unusable, which really stinks when you pay to stay in a place to have these amenities. I did text and they said they have proof it was just cleaned. They may want to inspect the work that their vendors are providing because I would be irate if they did that work. They eventually offered to have the pool guy come back to clean it again, but at this point we were all disgusted. The worst part of the trip was when the two kids sleeping in the bunk beds got bed begs and spent the last 36 hours itching, which was followed with a car ride of annoyed kids. I would absolutely recommend searching for places other than this place even though the pictures are very tempting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023