Mountain retreat less than 10 minutes from downtown Asheville! This beautifully cared-for home offers the perfect combination of comfort, flexibility, and convenience. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a second home, or an investment property, this home is ready to enjoy from day one. Currently operating as a second home/short-term rental, both short-term and long-term rentals are permitted, providing exceptional flexibility for homeowners and investors alike. Furnishings are negotiable separately, creating an ideal turnkey opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready mountain retreat. Filled with natural light, the floor plan features three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The main level offers a welcoming living room, a spacious kitchen and dining area that opens to the rear deck, a guest bedroom, and a full bathroom. Upstairs you'll find a generous primary suite, an additional guest bedroom, a large den, laundry area, and two full bathrooms, offering plenty of space for family and guests. Start your mornings on the covered front porch, entertain on the rear deck, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting. An attached one-car garage provides additional storage and convenience. Enjoy the ease of low-maintenance mountain living with an HOA that includes lawn care, water and sewer, private road maintenance, and snow removal-giving you more time to enjoy all that Western North Carolina has to offer. Meticulously cared for and reflecting pride of ownership throughout, recent improvements include a new HVAC and oven (June 2026). Ideally located less than 10 minutes from vibrant downtown Asheville, with quick access to Interstate 40, the Blue Ridge Parkway, grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, breweries, and endless hiking and outdoor recreation, this home truly offers the best of Western North Carolina living.