Title: Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! Cottage in Asheville with fireplace ## Photo gallery for Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! ![Exterior - Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! (Asheville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150698/7206ba33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! (Asheville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150698/2e418532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! (Asheville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150698/b20369bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! (Asheville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150698/02cd009c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! (Asheville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150698/2f91703d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, the cozy cottage attached to a historic 100-year-old Appalachian home invites you to unwind. Just one mile from downtown Asheville, enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and relax in the clawfoot tub. With free WiFi, pet-friendly accommodations including dog sitting services and an outdoor fire pit for your use. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! Beautiful spacious cottage attached to 100 year old historic Appalachian home, less than one mile from the heart of downtown Asheville. Large bedroom with New Cal King Tuft & Needle bed, living room with fireplace, clawfoot bath tub in bathroom. Dogs stay free! We follow all CDC cleaning protocols! Microwave, medium fridge, coffee maker and toaster provided. home, less than one mile from the heart of downtown. Large bedroom with New Cal King Tuft & Needle bed, living room, claw foot bath tub in bathroom- great neighborhood! Only a mile to the Grove Park Inn. Dog friendly! Free WIFI! Safe and quite neiborhood and great friendly hosts to assist you with your stay in our loving city of Asheville. Ask any questions you wish! Always dog friendly. (Dogs must be well behaved and not have aggression issues with humans or other dogs! ) The spiral staircase is for decoration only. Everything is on first floor so don’t worry about having to climb stairs! Fire pit in front yard for your use. Microwave, medium fridge, coffee maker and toaster provided. Outdoor fire pit! Duraflame logs available for purchase at $5.00 each We are licensed and inspected by the City of Asheville! Beware of listing that are not licensed! We follow all CDC recommended cleaning protocols! Carbon neutral: Your stay with us with be carbon neutral as we purchase carbon offsets for our energy needs! Our above & beyond promise... If you are past the refund period and need to cancel, we will allow you to rebook your trip for future dates with us for equal or lesser value of your reservation up to one year after the date of your original reservation as long as we can rebook your original dates. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Ice maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming 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 - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Electric car charging station - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34334200/34334141/3127aaad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cabin on Blue Ridge Pwy & MTS Trl with hot tub, only 15min from downtown Asheville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 204 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=34334141&PinnedHotelID=34334141&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45850000/45842100/45842068/8c32d1e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MountainSunrise-Rustic Cabin-20 mins-Asheville Alexander - 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Dogs must be on leash anytime they are outside the unit. (Dogs must be well behaved and not have aggression issues with humans or other dogs! ) Dogs must be on a Flea and Tick prevention program as we are in the mountains and your dog can pick up fleas or ticks outdoors when not on treatment. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 3 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome ### 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 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Walking Distance Downtown House Asheville Walking Distance Downtown Asheville Walking Distance Asheville Walking Distance To Asheville Walking Distance to Downtown Cottage Walking Distance to Downtown Asheville Walking Distance to Downtown Cottage Asheville Walking Distance to Downtown big Discounted Rates March june ## About the area Located in Asheville, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville or The Orange Peel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Asheville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Asheville.dx6034866) [View more Cottages in Asheville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Asheville-Cottages.d6034866-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.61028%2C-82.55299&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h48yzYewjwnPo_K18E-fp2viDc0=) Asheville, NC ### What's nearby - University of North Carolina at Asheville \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Grove Park Country Club \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Botanical Gardens at Asheville \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - The Orange Peel \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Five Points Restaurant - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! ? ### What time is check-in at Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! ? ### What time is check-out at Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! ? ### Where is Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walking distance to Downtown! “The Flamingo”- Dogs Stay Free! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 289 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### willis f. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ashville first timers Spent two days on our way back to Wi. The city is recovering and ready for visitors. Location is great. We would stay there again when we return.Very clean and welcoming. ##### willis f. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia K. 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for us Very clean and cute. Absolutely perfect location. Excellent communication by our hosts. We would definitely stay there again! ##### Cynthia K. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia D. 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Asheville Mini-moon The Flamingo was the perfect home base for our mini-moon in Asheville! We had the best time hiking, visiting the Biltmore, going to the Grove Park Inn, and eating our way around town. And we loved that our dog Griffin could join us! ##### Olivia D. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bo H. 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Flamingo This is a fantastic spot for couples and their furry friends. Best dog accommodations we have ever used. The unit was good for the humans too! ##### Bo H. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marty P. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect accommodations We loved the cottage! Perfect size for our needs (2 adults). Quiet neighborhood and excellent hosts! The cottage was clean and had everything we needed convenient location. ##### Marty P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary W. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and pet friendly This cottage was perfect for us. Great location and pet friendly! The hosts were welcoming to us and our dog. We will definitely be back! ##### Mary W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle H. 16 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Absolutely loved staying at The Cottage. It is in a fantastic location and we were able to conveniently navigate to & from the house & into Asheville. The place was very clean, well kept, & tidy. We will definitely stay here again when we return to Asheville. ##### Kyle H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherie D. 20 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful cottage Great location, beautiful, charming cottage with very hospitable hosts! Super dog friendly! We highly recommend. We will be back again and again! ##### Cherie D. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave S. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint Cabin Perfect quiet cabin for our Ashville retreat. Close to downtown, quick access to hiking trails. Mike and Tom were excellent hosts! ##### Dave S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz B. 3 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Asheville Great location and comfortable setup. Loved that our dog could join at no extra cost! Owners checked in regularly and included some nice treats. Would def stay there again! ##### Liz B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Ellen R. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage Lovely cottage. Convenient location. Accommodating hosts. Lots of outlets. ##### Mary Ellen R. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Berenice M. 23 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas at the Biltmore The Cottage was a very convenient location for all things Asheville. Easy access to hiking/biking trails. We tried a few of our host recommended restaurants and really enjoyed them. We loved the Christmas tour at the Biltmore. Highly recommend The Cottage as a location if you are visiting Asheville. ##### Berenice M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cori G. 17 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 5 Stars!! I almost don't want to tell you how great this place is because I don't want to find it booked up for when we next come to AVL!! ;-) Spacious, clean, great location, pet friendly- and just as adorable in person as the pictures suggest....thank you for a great stay! We will be back! ##### Cori G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arnon L., Chicago, IL 25 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First time in Asheville Great location to explore Asheville; close to downtown and minutes by car from hiking trails. Our Havanese loved the cottage. The host was super responsive and friendly. ##### Arnon L. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic The Cottage was very welcoming to our fur baby! ##### Kelly B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick F. 24 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Comfy Set up just as if it were your own. Relaxing and easy to get to and from for your vacation stops. ##### Rick F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Berta K. 10 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage Hosts gave us lots of suggestions for things to do and great recommendations for local restaurants. They also checked on our dog when we visited the Biltmore. ##### Berta K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Casie W. 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cabin stay I had a short stay with my 2 dogs, in this charming cabin. Michael was great with communication and very helpful with recommendations. He made sure that I was greeted, and that I had everything I needed during my stay. When I wasn’t helping my daughter pack up her dorm, we explored the botanical gardens, good food, and long walks through the cute neighborhoods. It had everything I needed for my quick trip and beautiful weather for relaxing just outside my door amongst the natural beauty of the garden. ##### Casie W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon H. 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best hosts ever! Adorable property and very dog friendly!The hosts made sure we had everything we needed and were very kind and responsive. Nice neighborhood and several good restaurants very close. Would have been walking distance if the weather was warm. The property was only about a 15 minute drive to the Biltmore. It was a pleasure to be in Asheville again after 20 years. ##### Sharon H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalee P. 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Two Thumbs Up! I had a wonderful stay at this VRBO in North Asheville! The location was fantastic—quiet yet conveniently close to everything I needed. The space was perfect for me and my pup, with all the amenities to make us comfortable. The hosts were incredibly responsive and made the whole experience seamless. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would return. I highly recommend it! ##### Natalee P. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abby A., Cumming GA 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING! This place was perfect! My husband, dog and I came up for a weekend away for our 8th wedding anniversary and everything was absolutely wonderful. Mike and Tom were exceptional hosts - from great restaurant recommendations to simply making us feel at home. We loved our stay here and hope to be back again, thanks for everything! ##### Abby A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy H. 3 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect AVL Cottage The owners thought of everything we would need, but more importantly, they created a cozy and welcoming space! The pet basket and bowls were a nice touch too. We were there for the first snow of 2024, and they thoughtfully salted the walkway. We highly recommend and would stay here again. ##### Judy H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah B. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great dog friendly location close to Downtown Asheville The cottage was perfect for our outdoor vacation in Asheville. It was located near a park to walk the dog in the morning and about 1.5 mile to the downtown restaurants and fun. We loved that it was a homey environment for our dog to rest in after a big day of hikes and adventures. It had everything that we needed and was perfect for our stay. Would recommend. ##### Deborah B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John L. 23 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Asheville Asheville still struggling after Hurricane Helene. Cottage was clean and as described. Host was hospitable. ##### John L. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim J. 18 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property Like staying in the country even though just up the road from downtown. Quiet and welcoming. Hosts were friendly and responsive. Very welcoming to dogs. The bottle of wine and coffee selection were greatly appreciated. ##### Tim J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ---