Escape to Color Me on the Trail, a contemporary 4-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental in Asheville, NC, approximately 15 minutes from downtown Asheville and the gates of Biltmore Estate. Set in a small mountain neighborhood south of downtown, this thoughtfully renovated home pairs eclectic Asheville style with mountain and wooded views. Gather around the wood-burning fireplace, share meals in the open living and dining spaces, or spend an evening swapping stories by the outdoor gas fire table. With beds for eight, high-speed Wi-Fi, and an EV charger, it's a welcoming home base for exploring Western North Carolina together.
Perfect For
Asheville family vacations: Four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and indoor and outdoor spaces for spending time together, Friends' getaways and couples' retreats: Private bedrooms paired with inviting shared spaces for meals, conversation, and relaxing evenings, Biltmore Estate vacations: Stay approximately 15 minutes from the entrance gates, Blue Ridge Mountain getaways: Combine a peaceful mountain setting with access to Asheville's restaurants, galleries, shops, and entertainment, Hiking and outdoor adventure trips: Plan days exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, regional trails, and Western North Carolina's outdoor activities, EV road trips to Asheville: Recharge at the home's Level 2 charger between outings.
What You'll Love
• Mountain setting close to Downtown Asheville: Enjoy wooded surroundings and mountain views without spending your whole vacation driving to town.
• Long range mountain views
• Spaces that bring everyone together: The kitchen connects to the dining room and adjoining great room, keeping the conversation flowing.
• Evenings around the fire: Unwind beside the indoor wood-burning fireplace or gather outside around the gas fire table.
• Room to enjoy the outdoors: An expansive deck, patio, swing overlooking the koi pong, and yard offer several places to settle in.
• Distinctive Asheville style: Contemporary comforts meet colorful, eclectic décor and mountain character.
• Useful everyday amenities: High-speed Wi-Fi, four TVs, Bluetooth audio, driveway parking, and on-site EV charging.
Home Features
4 private bedrooms | 3 full bathrooms | sleeps 9 in beds | maximum occupancy of 9
• Renovated interiors with contemporary furnishings and eclectic design
• Modern kitchen with space to prepare meals together
• Connected kitchen, dining room, and great room
• Wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings
• Four TVs and a Bluetooth sound system
• Lower Level TV room with wet bar
• Garage game room with a ping pong table
Outdoor Features
• Expansive deck accessible from the kitchen and great room
• Deck with gas fire table, outdoor dining and gas grill
• Outdoor swing overlooking the koi pond and peaceful wooded setting
• Mountain and forest views
Practical Details
• Parking: Space for up to 6 cars in the driveway. Please do not park in the road.
• Mountain-road access: Roads approaching the home are steep, narrow, and winding, with tight turns. Roads are paved except for Indian Trail, a flat gravel section.
• Driveway: Paved with a steep slope.
• Winter travel: 4WD is recommended during winter weather.
• Cell service: Reception is poor at the home. Enable Wi-Fi calling to make and receive calls over the internet.
• EV charging: A Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48A, 240V Level 2 charger is located outside the garage. Tesla drivers should bring a compatible adapter.
• Linens & towels provided (one set per guest)
• Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
• Minimum booking age: The reserving guest must be 25 or older and remain at the home for the entire duration of the stay.
• The reserving guest must be staying in the home for the full duration of the stay.
📍Location Highlights
Located south of downtown Asheville, North Carolina
15 minutes → Downtown Asheville
15 minutes → Biltmore Estate
20 minutes → Black Mountain, NC
25 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport
35 minutes → Hendersonville, NC
Blue Ridge Parkway: Enjoy access to scenic drives, overlooks, and hiking opportunities.
Western North Carolina adventures: Build your itinerary around hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, zip-lining, golf, or seasonal skiing throughout the region.
Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic, weather, and road conditions.
Extras with Yonder
• Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
• Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)
Professionally managed by Yonder, our local team is dedicated to delivering a smooth, high-quality guest experience from booking through check-out, with thoughtful care and consistent support every step of the way. Our Guest Experience Team is available every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM by phone, text, message, or email, with emergency support available overnight.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.
Check-In / Check-Out
Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We're happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can't be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.
Pet Policy
Dog-friendly home! Up to two dogs are welcome with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.
Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.
Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Military Discount
We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.
Last-Minute Bookings
For reservations made **within 5 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests.
This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest's name
Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.