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Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville

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A residential property with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.
A large house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A pool table with balls, a foosball table, and a billiards table in a room with gray walls and wooden beams.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a wooden pergola.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Overlooking the mountains, this 7-bedroom vacation home accommodates 16 guests with 7 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Adventure activities such as fishing, parasailing, and biking are nearby, while golf and skiing enhance your stay. The property is pet-friendly and located near Leicester Branch Library and French Broad River.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Massages in spa
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Leicester, NC
  • Place, Leicester Branch Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Asheville
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Basement King Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Basement King Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Main Floor King Bedroom (Ensuite)

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Floor Master King (Ensuite)

1 King Bed

Upstairs Kids' Bedroom

4 Single Beds

Upstairs Queen Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Queen Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms

Basement Common Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Basement Semi-Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Common Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Ensuite Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Common Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Kids Ensuite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville

Mountain Shadows, the premier Asheville vacation home for your next big family reunion or group retreat! Gather everyone in the home's massive private backyard, featuring a heated pool, hot tub, fire pit, and a guest-favorite 16-seater outdoor dining area. Play arcade games or a game of billiards in the fun downstairs game room. Complete with gorgeous living areas, big-screen TVs, a chef's kitchen, and a dedicated office space.

Prime location. 15-20 minutes to downtown Asheville and Biltmore!

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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
📏 Property size: 5,745 SQFT
🛏️ Bedrooms: 7 (Sleeps up to 17)
🚽 Bathrooms: 7
🏊‍♀️ Private Pool (Seasonal. OPEN as of May 2026 - Closing mid-October for Winter) - The pool can be heated for a fee; please inquire.
♨️ Year-Round Hot Tub
🎱 Game Room with Pool Table, Shuffleboard, Foosball Table, Game Table
🍷 Stocked Bar Area w/ Arcade Games
💻 Dedicated Office Area for remote work
🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen
🍔 Gas BBQ Grill (Propane Gas Included)
🔥 Indoor Fireplace Outdoor Fire Pit
⚡ Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger (Pay Per Charge)
​​​​​​​❄️ Air-conditioned Rooms
🛜 High-speed Internet / WiFi

See 'Other things to note' for pool heating, early check-in, late check-out, and other important stay details.

HOME WALKTHROUGH
Mountain Shadows is set up perfectly to give your group plenty of space to hang out together or enjoy some quiet time. From the gorgeous backyard deck to the fun-filled game room and bar area downstairs, everyone will easily find their favorite spot to relax and unwind.

🛌 BEDROOMS 🛌
• Bedroom 1 (Main Floor Master | Sleeps 2): King bed with smart TV, walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom (tub & shower)
• Bedroom 2 (Main Floor | Sleeps 2): King bed with smart TV, dresser, ensuite bathroom (shower)
• Bedroom 3 (Upstairs | Sleeps 2): Queen bed and walk-in closet.
• Bedroom 4 (Upstairs | Sleeps 2): Queen bed with TV and dresser storage.
• Bedroom 5 (Upstairs | Sleeps 4): Kids' Bedroom w/ four twin bunks with TV, desk, and ensuite bathroom (Combo shower & tub)
• Bedroom 6 (Basement | Sleeps 2): King bed with smart TV & dresser
• Bedroom 7 (Basement | Sleeps 2): King bed with smart TV & dresser

🛌 ADDITIONAL SLEEPING OPTION 🛌
• Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Twin sofa bed - Sleeps 1

🛁 BATHROOMS 🛁
→ Each bathroom also comes with essentials such as:
shampoo, conditioner, body wash/soap, hand soap, bath towels, hair dryer, and toilet paper.

• Bathroom 1 (Main Floor | BR1 Ensuite): Double vanity, bathtub, shower, and toilet
• Bathroom 2 (Main Floor | BR2 Ensuite): Shower, toilet, and vanity
• Bathroom 3 (Main Floor | Shared): Combo Shower & Tub, Toilet, and vanity
• Bathroom 4 (Upstairs | Shared): Shower, toilet, and vanity
• Bathroom 5 (Upstairs | BR5 Kids Room Ensuite): Combo shower & tub, toilet, and vanity
• Bathroom 6 (Basement | BR 6 Ensuite): Shower, toilet, and double vanity
• Bathroom 7 (Basement | Shared): Shower & Tub, toilet, and vanity

⭐️ INDOOR SPACE ⭐️
Indoors, experience a seamless blend of sleek modern upgrades and warm, inviting design across three massive floors. The spacious living areas naturally flow into dedicated entertainment zones and private lounges, offering endless indoor fun without sacrificing peaceful relaxation.

★ MAIN FLOOR ★
• Living Room: Spacious gathering area with plush sofas, an indoor gas fireplace, and 65" Smart TV.
• Office Space: Dedicated space with an office desk and chair.
• Kitchen: Full modern kitchen with quality appliances and a complete set of cookware and utensils.
• Kitchenette: Mini-bar area with chiller and additional storage space.
• Dining Area: Two 8-seater indoor dining tables. Complete set of tableware/utensils.
• Laundry Room: Full-size washer and dryer with iron, ironing board, and supplies provided.

★ BASEMENT ★
• Bar: Fully stocked bar area with wine glasses and a chiller to store your favorite drinks. Arcade Games (Pac-Man & Wheel of Fortune)
• Game Room: Pool Table, Shuffleboard, Foosball Table, Gaming Table for card & board games & Smart TV
• Secondary Living Room: Large-screen Smart TV and comfortable sofas for lounging.

⭐️ OUTDOOR SPACE ⭐️
Step outside into your own private backyard, surrounded by towering trees for ultimate privacy. Whether you're soaking in the 7-person hot tub, lounging poolside in the fenced pool area, or gathering around the fire pit, this space offers total relaxation under the clear Asheville skies.

• Outdoor Dining - Two 8-seater outdoor dining tables on the main floor deck
• Gas BBQ Grill - For outdoor cooking (Utensils & Propane Gas included)
• Outdoor String Lights - For an improved nighttime ambiance

• Fenced Swimming Pool - Can be heated for an additional fee
• Pool Seating - Ample pool seating for lounging and sunbathing. Pool umbrellas.
• 7-Person Hot Tub - Available year-round
• Circle Fire Pit - For storytelling under the stars. (8 seats + 2 hanging egg chairs)
• Large Yard Surrounded by Trees - Peaceful and serene environment for the ultimate relaxation
• Cornhole Game - Test your throwing accuracy against your friends and family

🍽️ KITCHEN & DINING 🍽️
• Large refrigerator with freezer, ice maker, and water dispenser
• Double-wall oven and microwave
• Gas Stovetop w/ Griddle
• Keurig Duo coffee maker and additional coffee maker (Starter coffee supplies provided)
• Blender, Water kettle
• Air Fryer, Slow Cooker, Toaster
• Complete cookware, bakeware, and other cooking utensils
• Complete dinnerware & regular glassware and wine glasses
• Cooking essentials (oil, salt, pepper)
• Dishwasher with cleaning supplies

• Two 8-seater indoor dining tables and 5 additional breakfast bar seats
• Direct access to two 8-seater outdoor dining tables on the main floor deck (16-seats)

🏠 FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXTRAS 🏠
• Pack 'n Play / Travel Crib
• Children's Dinnerware
• Board Games
• Children's Books

📍 Nearby Locations & Attractions (BY CAR)
Attractions:
• Botanical Gardens at Asheville - 16 minutes
• River Arts District- 16 minutes
• Asheville Pinball Museum - 16 minutes
• Pritchard Park - 18 minutes
• Biltmore Estate - 20 minutes
• The Cliffs at Walnut Cove - 30 minutes

Necessities:
• Nearest Grocery Store - 4 minutes
• Nearest restaurant - 6 minutes
• Nearest Pharmacy - 9 minutes
• Nearest Supermarket - 14 minutes

GUEST ACCESS INFO
• Guests have full and exclusive access to the home, outdoor amenities, and game room.
• Self-check-in is available via a smart lock with a unique door code. We will send the door code and the check-in instructions 7 days before arrival.

OTHER INFORMATION TO NOTE
☑️ GUEST SAFETY & PRIVACY
As part of ensuring your safety and security, there is a single outdoor camera monitoring the front of the house. For your privacy, rest assured there are NO cameras inside the home.

🏊 SEASONAL POOL INFO
2026 Pool Opening: The pool is open March 27, 2026, to mid-October. Message us anytime with questions about opening and closing dates.

🔥 POOL HEATING NOTICE
The pool can be heated for an additional fee. Performance may vary based on outdoor temperatures. Please inquire if you are interested.

⏰ EARLY CHECK-IN & LATE CHECK-OUT
Standard Check-In: 4:00 PM | Check-Out: 10:00 AM Eastern Time

Early check-in and late check-out requests must be made at least one day in advance, subject to availability, and fees apply.

🔇 NOISE ORDINANCE
Please avoid loud outdoor noise and music between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM to ensure we maintain a respectful presence in the community.

💡OUTDOOR STRING LIGHTS
Outdoor string lights turn off automatically at 9:00 PM to respect our neighbors. They cannot be turned back on until the next morning.

🐾 PET-FRIENDLY HOME
We can consider any number of pets, but approval is required. Kindly message us with how many pets you plan to bring for more details. Additional pet fees apply.

🚘 PARKING SPACE
The property can accommodate 5 cars comfortably, up to a maximum of 7 cars.

📺 SMART TV & STREAMING
Smart TVs throughout the home support all major streaming apps. You can log in with your own streaming accounts and remember to log out before checkout.

📦 DELIVERIES & LOST ITEMS
Left something behind? While we can't guarantee left items or deliveries, we'll always do our best to assist! We're happy to help ship it back to you (Shipping/Handling fees apply).

🎧 GUEST COMMUNICATION & SUPPORT
Need recommendations or help during your stay? Send us a message, and we'll assist you as soon as possible.

🏠 TRAVELING WITH A GROUP?
We have other properties nearby. Reach out, and we'll be happy to help accommodate your group.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2122290vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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

About the area

Leicester

Located in Leicester, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Botanical Gardens at Asheville, or check out an event or a game at The Orange Peel. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Leicester, NC

What's nearby

  • Leicester Branch Library - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • French Broad River - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 19 min drive - 19.2 km
  • The Orange Peel - 20 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Montgomery Sky Farm - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Rhapsody Beer Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salty Goat - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Porch - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville have a pool?

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

Is Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT Asheville?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub & Game Lounge | 20 Mins to DT 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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