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Downtown Asheville’s Historic Biltmore Village; Griffin’s Lair, shopping, walk.

Asheville,
, Check in after 4:00 PM / Check Out before 10:00 AM

Overview

1 Bedroom
1 Bathrooms
Internet

Rooms and Beds

Room Count Capacity Details
bedroom 1 sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
bathroom 1
  • Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Description

Downtown Asheville’s Historic Biltmore Village; Griffin’s Lair, shopping, walk.Location:Cozy, sophisticated, and conveniently located, this historic apartment is in the Biltmore Village Historic District. Built in 1895 and designed by R.S. Smith, the supervising architect for The Biltmore House, Griffin’s Lair is located on an upper terrace bordered on the West by the 8,000 acre Biltmore Estate grounds.Views from the private terrace overlook Biltmore Village, The Cathedral of All Souls, designed by Richard Morris Hunt and peek a boo view of Grandfather Mountain.Griffin’s Lair is located next door to Ruth’s Chris steakhouse and is just 3 doors away from Starbucks cafe and the entrance to the Biltmore Estate, North Carolina’s most popular tourist attraction. Bring your bicycles to explore the estate after touring the largest French Revival Castle in the U.S.Griffin’s Lair is located upstairs above Biltmore Lamp and Shade and next door to the Gardener’s Cottage, Mountain Oak Realty and Peace and Nice Boutique which are also located in the same complex.Accommodations:(Sleeps 5) Historic Cottage 1-bedroom Apartment 810 sq ft, 1 bathOccupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 5 Max. Occupancy: 5Description:The apartment has been fully restored and enhanced by owner Robert S. Griffin, AIA of Griffin Architects PA . Griffin and his partner Ron Clemmer moved the cottage to its current location 30 years ago to save it from demolition. Griffin personally petitioned The City of Asheville to create the Biltmore Village Historic District, was Co-chairman of the Biltmore Village Historic museum (which raised private funds to restore and add brick sidewalks and historic street lights to the village), and authored the Biltmore Village development plan for the city of Asheville Historic Resources Commission and The State of NC Department of Archives and History.Griffin’s Lair located in Historic Biltmore Village is in the perfect location for guests, moments to downtown, 15 minutes by car from Asheville’s Regional Airport and within a few minutes walking distance from City and Trolly bus stops and all of Biltmore Village’s attractions.One luxuriously comfortable king bed in private bedroom complete with blackout curtains, custom lighting and a 40″ LED smart tv. A queen sleeper sofa with custom air mattress a 50″ LED smart tv and a twin daybed with a view of The Cathedral of All Souls. All sleeping areas are equipped with blackout shades or curtains. Serenity and a peaceful stay at Griffin’s Lair is assured by the recent installment of sound deadening glass panels on all windows.The apartment features numerous works of art from local artists such as Ann Vasilik, Bee Sieburg, Wendy Whitson, Lisa Oberreuter, Scott Lowrey, Lucy DeLaugerburg Wallace, and more. These works of art include paintings, prints, and Appalachian pottery. Stay here to enjoy an interior of local artistic flair.Other specially shopping experiences in Biltmore Village include The New Morning Gallery, The Grand Bohemian Gallery, Southern Highland Craft Gallery and Dwellings. Restaurants within walking distance include Starbucks, The Red Stag Grille, Rezazs Restaurant, Ruth’s Chris, The Corner Kitchen, Fig, and the Well Bred Bakery and Cafe. Nearby Ingles Grocery offers local and natural foods, and delicious prepared foods for takeout.Apparel shopping within the Village includes Peace and Nice (Downstairs), Bellagio, Lilly Pulitzer, Ann Taylor, Chicos,Joseph A. Banks and much more! Biltmore village offers shops featuring antiques, books, art, children’s apparel, home accents and furniture, jewelry, nature and outdoors, and speciality gift items.Come Stay in the one of George Vanderbilt’s original Cottages restored and furnished by Robert S. Griffin, Asheville’s Noted Architect and Interior Designer. Regrettably the quality, location and luxurious furnishings of this unique property are not child or pet friendly. Access to the adjoining rooftops is not allowed, yet possible, so care must be given to monitor & supervise children, as is direct proximity to 8,000 acres of wilderness of the Biltmore Estate, creating hazards for the unsupervised child.The entrance to the historic Biltmore Estate, Asheville’s most popular tourist attraction is just outside your door and literally bordering the massive estate. Bring your bicycles to explore the grounds, or have a picnic after touring the Vanderbilt family’s picturesque estate.Set right in the heart of Biltmore Village, Griffin’s Lair affords all the highlights of downtown Asheville within minutes of your front door. Fine dining like Corner Kitchen & Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse is just a few steps away for an evening out on the town without the hassles of parking, traffic, or being unable to enjoy a cocktail (or two) with dinner. Awaken to fresh mountain air and take a leisurely stroll down to Starbucks or Well Bred Bakery for the New York Times, Asheville Citizen Times, or just to relax and watch the passersby.You deserve to vacation where you can relax, unwind, & be absolutely spoiled! Griffin’s Lair is that vacation of indulgence.Bedroom/Bath Layout:1 king bedroom, 1 queen luxury sleeper sofa with integral air mattress, 1 twin daybed. Microfiber sheets and both feather and foam pillows provided for all beds.1 Full bath, with tub/shower with Garden ViewOccupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 5 Max. Occupancy: 5Kitchen & Dining:Refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher, dishes and utensils, art pottery place settings for 6, dinning area seats 6, coffee maker, toaster and a magic bullet blender.Additional Features:On Site Dedicated parking for 1 car 24/7 and 1 evening parking for guest. Additional parking may be arranged at 1 Village Lane as a courtesy.WiFiCable/Direct TV/Satellite50″ diagonal smart TV on liftDVD/CD PlayerSmart TV, iTV, Free Amazon PrimeExpansive porch/deck & private outdoor patio & gardensDining TableAir ConditioningWasher/DryerLinens providedIroning BoardHair DryerFree long distance phone callsAdditional Rate And Fees information:*3 night minimum required for all holidays & special events*3 night minimum stay if a Saturday is one of the nights.Holidays require a 3-night minimum and have a $300/night rental rate.These observed holidays and occasions are subject to holiday rates: New Years, MLK, Valentines, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, ChristmasPETS: 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.$120.00 Cleaning Fee**** – Griffin’s Lair openly shares & clearly posts 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!3.45% processing feeCurrent local tax rate 13%$1,000 Refundable Security DepositEarly 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.

What's Nearby?

Attraction Distance
Historic Biltmore Village 5 min walk
The Orange Peel 3 min drive
Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville Asheville
Asheville Mall 5 min drive
Biltmore Estate 11 min drive

Restaurants

Restaurant Distance
Biltmore Estate 5 min walk
McDonald’s 3 min walk
Texas Roadhouse 8 min walk
Biscuit Head 2 min drive
Starbucks 6 min walk

Getting Around

Transportation Details
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 18 min drive

FAQs

Is Downtown Asheville’s Historic Biltmore Village; Griffin’s Lair, shopping, walk. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Asheville’s Historic Biltmore Village; Griffin’s Lair, shopping, walk.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Asheville’s Historic Biltmore Village; Griffin’s Lair, shopping, walk.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Asheville’s Historic Biltmore Village; Griffin’s Lair, shopping, walk. located?

Located in Biltmore Village, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cathedral Of All Souls and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Biltmore Estate. Historic Biltmore Village and Misson Occumed are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Other Rules

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 policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedOn-site parties or group events are strictly prohibitedHost has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the propertyHost has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the propertySafety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the Area

This cottage is located in Biltmore Village, a neighbourhood in Asheville, and is in the mountains and on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Asheville's Fun Depot and Colburn Earth Science Museum are also worth visiting.
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