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West Asheville Eco Friendly House Made of Hempcrete in Quiet Neighborhood

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81992 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Asheville Outlets
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

West Asheville Eco Friendly House Made of Hempcrete in Quiet Neighborhood

This is a quaint and timeless eco-friendly house made of hemp called the Nauhaus. It was designed as a model for urban sustainability and is located in a quiet neighborhood. The passive solar design and 16-inch thick hemcrete walls help the house stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter. It also features a living roof, brick floor and walls made from clay from the building site, multiple outdoor living spaces, and lots of edible plants. To learn more about the Nauhaus and see photos check out these websites:

http://www.americanlimetechnology.com/trelowen-rosevine/
http://alembicstudio.com/projects/nauhaus-prototype/
https://hempsteads.info/nauhaus-prototype
https://www.greenbuilt.org/articles/203-living-in-the-nauhaus-an-efficiency-success-story/

The house is 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is completely furnished. The upstairs includes a full kitchen/dining/living area and master bedroom/bathroom and a loft. Downstairs there is a kitchenette, living area, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a laundry room. One of the bedrooms and kitchenette can be closed off from the other areas and be separate living space with its own entrance if desired.

The house is location combines the best of nature and convenience. It is located on a very quiet street. There is a creek running in the backyard as well as access to the Greenway Trail along Hominy Creek. While at the same time it is a 5 min walk to the West Asheville Park and 15-minute walk to downtown West Asheville where you have access to a health food store, local farmer's market, a local bakery/coffee shop, a music venue, and many local restaurants.

Sleeps up to 8 with 3 queen-sized beds and a full sized futon downstairs. Families with children are welcome. Pets are considered case by case.

Property manager

Jeannine Buscher

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Asheville

West Asheville, a neighbourhood in Asheville, is home to this holiday home. Biltmore Estate and Smith-McDowell House Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Asheville Outlets and WNC Farmers Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville or The Orange Peel. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Antler Hill Village - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Biltmore Winery - 17 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪China Taste - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moose Cafe Asheville - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Brew Pump - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Neo Burrito - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West Asheville Eco Friendly House Made of Hempcrete in Quiet Neighborhood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at West Asheville Eco Friendly House Made of Hempcrete in Quiet Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Asheville Eco Friendly House Made of Hempcrete in Quiet Neighborhood?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West Asheville Eco Friendly House Made of Hempcrete in Quiet Neighborhood located?

Located in West Asheville, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of WNC Farmers Market, Center for Spiritual Living and French Broad River. Asheville Treetops Adventure Park and New Belgium Brewing Company are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hosted by Jeannine Buscher

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