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West AVL Family Funhouse • HUGE playground • Views • 5mi to AVL • Private Office

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Spacious back yard - playground, fire pit, trampoline, porch swings, etc.
Private back deck. Enjoy coffee, a meal, a glass of wine or peace and quiet.
The kids are gonna love you for this! We call it the "Backyard Babysitter".
You get to relax while the kids play. Win-win!
Even more backyard fun with the enclosed trampoline!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Cozy Queen

1 Queen Bed

Dreaming Tree Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master - Dreamy Bohemian Oasis

1 King Bed

Media Room - Downstairs

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Hallway bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

West AVL Family Funhouse • HUGE playground • Views • 5mi to AVL • Private Office

NEW 2/2023 - Large private office space downstairs! L-Shaped desk, cozy lounge space with (optional) access to the backyard, incase you need to keep an ear out for the kids while they are playing on the playground.

The Family Funhouse isn't just for little kids. We now have a media room downstairs, perfect for those anti-social teenagers who think family vacations are laaaame. They can watch movies or bring their favorite game console and connect with the supplied HDMI cable. This should keep them happy for at lease a few minutes!


We are conveniently located to all of Asheville's greatest sites:

• West Asheville - 6 minutes
• Downtown Asheville - 12 minutes
• River Arts District - 10 minutes
• River Adventure Trips - 12 minutes
• Biltmore Estate/Village - 15 minutes
• Grove Park Inn - 15 minutes
• Blue Ridge Parkway - 20 minutes
• Hiking Trails - 15 minutes
• Civic Center - 12 minutes
• Orange Peel - 14 minutes


Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, our west Asheville home is filled with natural light and a happy, welcoming vibe. Tasteful vibrant colors, natural woods and plants make this a warm and cozy mountain getaway or perfect home-base for your Asheville adventures.

Included in your stay:
• Linens, towels and wash cloths
• Toiletries (toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, body wash)
• Fully stocked kitchen, including kids utensils, cups, bowls and plates
• Keurig coffee maker with Coffee pods & sugar
• Super fast WIFI
• 55" smart Roku TV (with Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, etc)
• Detailed recommendations for food, drink and adventure in the area
• Mountain views
• Full-sized private playground with swings, slides, see-saw, sandbox, etc
• Trampoline
• Firepit and chairs
• Toys and games for the kids
• Baby gear (high chair, pack-n-play, bumbo, baby monitors, sound machine, etc)
• Friendly and accommodating offsite hospitality
• Keyless entry

Take in the mountain views while enjoying your coffee or grab a beverage of choice savor the crisp night air as you search for shooting stars from the back deck.

Great outdoor living spaces include a spacious fenced-in back yard with a built-in playground for the kids to run free. 2 swings under the deck to relax and watch the kids play. There is a stone fire pit in the center of the yard for cozy mountain evenings of roasting marshmallows and good conversation. Feel free to pick from the apple and pear tree in the late summer and fall. The apples are great for baking apple pies!

Inside you'll find a fully stocked, spacious kitchen. The bright, cozy living area has an L-shaped couch, fast Wifi, 55" smart Roku TV (with Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, etc), Nest Thermostat, Echo Dot (Alexa) for music, games and more. The stone fire place is a lovely added touch, but we are not allowing guests to have indoor fires at this time.

Traveling with young kids? We have 2, and we understand how difficult and stressful it can be to travel with children! We have basically created the vacation house we wish we could find for our trips. This means our house will offer plenty for your little ones to stay occupied. Games, blocks, play kitchen, dollhouse and more will be available for the kids. Night lights are installed throughout the house to help the little ones feel more comfortable at night when they wake up in an unfamiliar place. We also have things like a Pack-N-Play, high-chair, Bumbo, bouncer, play mat, sound machine, kids utensils, sippy cups, etc. Just let us know what you need to be comfy here. We will do what we can!

The 3 bedrooms(King, Queen & Full) are all equipped with luggage racks, super comfy beds, fresh linens, pillows, towels, washcloths, hangers, palm leaf ceiling fans and a few other unique added touches.


Guest access:

Our guests will have the entire upstairs main living area as pictured in the listing, as well as the downstairs basement living area with foosball, table and chairs which leads to the media room, laundry room and private office and lounge. While you do have the whole house to yourself, there are other non-accessible rooms in the basement that we currently use for storage. You will also have full access to everything seen in the photos, the front yard and fenced back yard, porch and deck. Parking for guests will be on the paved driveway.


Interaction with guests:

We are always available and respond quickly to messages through the VRBO message system throughout your stay. Feel free to text or call in case of emergency. If you need suggestions on places to go, we have the inside scoop on restaurants, breweries, cafes, music venues, unique gift shops, local art galleries, amazing hikes, river access, adventure tours, AVL event calendars & more. Just let us know what kind of experience you're looking for and we will happily point you in the right direction. We love hosting and helping our guests!


Other things to note:

We previously had a cat, dog and 5 chickens on the property. The house has now been animal free since October 2018.

Property manager

Jami

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our goal is to make families feel right at home!
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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
Please don't smoke inside. Ash tray on front porch

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Asheville

Located in West Asheville, a neighbourhood in Asheville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Asheville Treetops Adventure Park and New Belgium Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Asheville Pinball Museum and Colburn Earth Science Museum. Ready for a night out? Consider Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and The Orange Peel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • The Orange Peel - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 22 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West AVL Family Funhouse • HUGE playground • Views • 5mi to AVL • Private Office pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at West AVL Family Funhouse • HUGE playground • Views • 5mi to AVL • Private Office?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West AVL Family Funhouse • HUGE playground • Views • 5mi to AVL • Private Office?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West AVL Family Funhouse • HUGE playground • Views • 5mi to AVL • Private Office located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Asheville Treetops Adventure Park, Asheville Pinball Museum, and Colburn Earth Science Museum. Pack Place Education Arts and Science Center and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meghan C.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This house is AMAZING! It has everything - pack n plays, high chairs, a GLIDER chair - huge if you normally rock your babies to sleep, kids plates/cups, toys, and the most magical kids room. The beds were so comfortable and We so so enjoyed our time here and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great Location and Property

The house was a great location to be able to explore Asheville and the surrounding areas. The house was spacious and had toys and activities to keep the kiddos entertained. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe b.

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

Family gathering

Outstanding home with something for everyone. Hosts were extremely helpful with tips and recommendations on the Asheville area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great for a family!

Lovely rental property in a great location with lots of fun additions for the kids! The owner is very responsive to messages as well, which is always a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coral Z.

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

Relaxing Family Home

We had a lovely time at this property. It feels like a home away from home. With the lovely Mountain View’s. Perfect for a family. There is something for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

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

Great family house!

This is the second time we stayed here! This is such a family-friendly place. The kids loved the trampoline and play set. There are lots of toys inside the house as well. The location is very convenient and the house is very clean. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richie F., Orlando

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

Kid friendly, great place and perfect location

We had a great time and the house is exactly as described. Perfect place if you have kids. I have a 7 and 2 year old. There are toys there which my 2 year old loved. My 7 year old loved the bunkers and the playground in the back kept them busy while I got to sit around the fire pit. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

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

Family friendly house

This is our third time staying at this place! The master bathroom upgrade is so nice! Kids love the playground and the toys. They are finally old enough to play foosball this year! Would love to come back next time we visit Asheville!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Perfect spot for families

We had a great stay recently at the Family Funhouse. We visit the Asheville area pretty frequently to see our family in the area, and this is by far the best experience we've had with renting a home (much less a hotel room). Our two young kids loved spending time on the play set and trampoline (seemed as safe as any playground to us) and enjoyed feeding the chickens. The living area was spacious and nicely decorated with original artwork. Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Victoria V.

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

Wonderful for Families

We loved our stay. The owner was super responsive and helpful. All details were superb from corners being padded to outlets being covered. Perfect for toddlers. The backyard was amazing. I had tears in my eyes leaving as my daughter kept wanting to do “one more thing” before we left. Seeing the joy on her face going down the “squiggly” slide was worth the whole trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Cleveland , Ohio

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

Gathering at Asheville

House was an excellent environment for a 20 month old. We had everything from a pack-n-play to an high chair. Toys galore both inside and out. Bedrooms, bathrooms, living room space were all extremely comfortable. overall a positive experience and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike T., Delray Beach, FL

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

Perfect Family Home in Asheville

We have been spending our summers at different houses in Asheville and Hendersonville for the past five years. This was by far the best home for the adults and the kids. Toys galore. Backyard full of entertainment for all. And while a smaller home, it is very well laid out so feels quite spacious. Hosts are very responsive and helpful. Everything was great and we are looking forward to reserving again for next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JASON A.

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

Great home for a family getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our time staying at this property. My children (age 4 and 5) loved playing on the swing set. There was plenty of space for everyone, kid-friendly activities in the yard and toys in the house. The location is very conveinent, close to the grocery store and a there lots of food options nearby (there are plenty of options on DoorDash and GrubHub as well). The kitchen is fully stocked with supplies, including plates/bowls/cups that are kid friendly. The host provided detailed instructions and was quick to respond to my questions as we were getting settled in.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Courtney V.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi K.

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

Fabulous Family Getaway

Traveling with young kids is never too easy but this property made it so easy. Our daughters were thrilled to play with all of the toys provided (thank you!) and loved jumping on the trampoline. The kids rooms is darling and offers so many baby/toddler essentials (a mamaroo, high chair, pack and play, monitors!) great that we didn’t have to pack extras. The communication with the property owners was easy. Thank you for providing a kid friendly environment close to the city. I don’t know if any other VRBO rental has been as good as this one. We will be back to visit next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett R.

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

Family getaway

Perfect house for our Asheville trip. Highly recommend, especially if you have kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

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

Great stay

Our multi-generational family had a great stay. The children especially enjoyed the outdoor space and the "new" toys and games in the house. The house was clean and as shown in the pictures. Communication with the owners was great. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D., Cornelius, NC

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

Enjoyed our stay

We were only there for a few days but loved our stay :) the house is extremely homey and comfortable and there were tons for my toddler to do to keep her busy. It’s less than a mile from a Dunkin Donuts too so that helped a bit :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Perfect for families

We would 100% recommend this property for families with younger kids. Ours (4 y.o. twins and a 2 y.o.) were in heaven the four days we spent here. We all wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Delightful family house to rent!

We brought our family here with our 17 mos old grandson to attend a destination wedding in Asheville that we have never been to before and we’re worried about how to best accommodate for our grandson. This home had it all, inside every toy imaginable and baby needs from outside swing , slide and trampoline! Very clean and farmhouse decorated!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Annette G.

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

April Asheville trip.

We loved all the features of the house, it was great entertainment for our kids. The playhouse could use some updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Tracee B.

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

Great for kids

I wish we could of stayed longer to utilize the entire property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric Z., Cleveland, Ohio

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

Wonderful stay in Asheville

My family (2 kids, 3 and 5 years old) and I enjoyed our stay at this property in Asheville. It was an absolutely perfect set up for kids. They were very interested in all of the toys, books, and the trampoline in the back yard. The beds were all very comfortable and there was plenty of room for all of us. The house was very clean and well furnished. We didn't do any cooking but it looked like the kitchen had enough to do some light meal preparation. The location isn't central to the city of Asheville but we knew that going in and the benefits of what the house had to offer far outweighed the drawback of having to drive 10-15 minutes to pick up food or go somewhere in the city. Overall, we'd be thrilled to stay at this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Perfect family home

One of the best places we’ve ever stayed at with VRBO. Owner was so friendly and helpful and easy to contact. Home was better than the photos and all the reviews were right! Perfect house for young kids but my teens enjoyed it also. Super clean, comfortable beds, quiet and safe neighborhood, close to stores and tourist attractions, everything provided in the kitchen and an amazing backyard with a gorgeous mountain view! Cannot say enough great things about the home and owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Best place to stay for families

We enjoyed our stay here. It was very family friendly. Everything was excellent. Very clean, comfortable beds and it had Everything we needed. The back yard is a kids paradise! We definitely plan to stay here again! Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jami

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We are a family that loves music, adventure, family time, nature, traveling, ASHEVILLE and making the most of life. Among other things.

We have been together since 2004. Moved to Asheville in 2012 and became parents in 2014 to a sweet little lady named Ruby. Asheville gives us the adventure, nature, beauty, safety and amazing collection of fun and creative people that we wanted to find in a town, and we have adored raising our daughter here. EVERYTHING is so kid friendly. It's an amazing place.

Jeremy is a graphic designer, video editor and motion graphics guy working in the country music industry. He's also a smoking guitar player and plays around town every couple of weeks.

I'm a graphic artist as well as an illustrator, portrait artist, muralist, etc. I'm currently most passionate about children's illustration. If you ended up being our guest, you are sure to see some of my work around.

We look forward to meeting you and having you as our guest at our dreamy little slice of Asheville.

Thanks for checking us out,
Jeremy, Jami and Ruby

Why they chose this property

We snagged this home as soon as we saw it. We liked the house a lot, but LOVED the back deck, the views, the huge playground and large yard for playing.

What makes this property unique

There was definitely no question that this was our spot once we walked out onto the back porch. The yard, the views, the breeze. This is our happy place.

Languages:

English