North Asheville Duplex – Asheville, North Carolina

North Asheville Duplex Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay: We recently purchased this 1950’s duplex which has all new kitchens, bathrooms, HVAC and furnishings. The lower floor has been beautifully furnished for short term rentals and includes

  • a completely stocked kitchen
  • linens
  • wi-fi
  • cable tv
  • washer/ dryer
The apartment includes a single car garage with garage door opener and inside staircase to the apartment. Lots of windows fill this place with light and there is an outside side porch to relax. The duplex is on a large lot that is quiet and private. If you are not familiar with Asheville this is in the prestigious Lakeview Park area just five minutes north of the bustling downtown. A block away from the duplex is wonderful Beaver Lake and it’s walking trails, restaurants, grocery stores and a library.

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Mountainside Cottage – Lesbian Owned Cottage in Alexander, North Carolina

Mountainside Cottage Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay: Built in 2008, Mountainside Cottage is the perfect place to stay while exploring the wonderful towns of Asheville and Weaverville. The interior is light-filled and sunny, thanks to the many windows and skylights (there’s even a skylight in the shower!). The cottage has central air conditioning for warmer days, as well as ceiling fans for those who prefer a cool breeze. Even though we’re only about 15-20 minutes from downtown Asheville, our cottage is totally secluded. Once you’re here, you can see no one and no one can see you. Imagine sitting in the hot tub at night with no roof overhead — you can look right up at the stars. And it’s perfect because there are no city lights to spoil the view. You can either stay in the cottage and enjoy the hot tub and totally relax or use it as a place to come back to after you’ve explored Asheville. We even have a binder that has restaurant menus, information on the Biltmore Estate, the Blue Ridge Parkway, things to do in Asheville, hikes in the area– complete with maps and written directions. We’ve tried to think of everything to take the guess work out of what to do and how to get there. That way you don’t have to spend all your time planning what to do–you can just go do it! We furnish everything you’ll need for a perfect vacation. Washer/dryer, linens, microwave, toaster, mixer, blender, coffee maker, wine glasses, pots and pans, dishes–there will even be a bottle of champagne in the refrigerator when you arrive! You simply need to bring clothes and food. Even though we do have an outdoor gas grill at the cottage, there’s a great park a mile-and-a-half away where you can cook out beside the French Broad River (yes, you can even hear the river at night). The Ledges Park is also a place where you can put in to kayak the area or go fly fishing. And we’re more than happy to accommodate your pets (dogs only, please!). The cottage is totally surrounded by woods, so it’s a great place for your furry friends to run and play. There’s also a dog park/mountain bike trail a mile from the cottage.

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North Carolina Tells LGBT Community Our Tourist Dollars Aren't Welcome

Governor Pat McCroryMuch has been written about the corporate response to passage of controversial “bathroom bill” signed by Governor Pat McCrory, but it’s clear the anti-LGBT legislation will also impact some vacation plans. Dozens of comments on the state’s official Travel & Tourism Facebook page finds people rethinking vacation plans after this week’s legislative action. One writer simply posted a link to The New York Times editorial title: “Transgender law makes North Carolina pioneer in bigotry”.

By Clayton Henkel – Full Story at NC Policy Watch

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Asheville Oak Cottage – Lesbian Owned Asheville Vacation Rental

Asheville Oak Cottage Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay.

My romantic cozy home is 2000 sq ft, two stories and is very private. The very large( almost an acre) yard is completely enclosed, including the large off street parking area. There are two outdoor seating areas, gas grill and a fire pit. Lots of safe rooms for pet or people play. It is surrounded by beautiful majestic Oak trees that provide wonderful shade and gorgeous fall colors. It has two extra large bedrooms, each with king beds, one normal size bedroom with queen bed and a third semi private room with a queen size sleeper. The bedrooms all have a TV and nice bedding. There is a beautiful large bath with a six foot claw foot tub and shower, wonderful towels and its own private balcony to sit in the sun after your luxurious soak.

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