Great Escape  

Great Escape - Great Escape - Asheville - rentals

Details
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Sleeps 12
House
Suitability
No Pets
No Smoking
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Details

Rental type House
Minimum Stay 3 nights
Bedrooms 5 Total
Bathrooms 3 Total
Sleeps 12
Suitability Pet friendlyNo
Smoking allowedNo
Suitable for childrenAsk
Suitable for the elderlyAsk
Wheelchair accessibleAsk

Description from the manager

Escape to Asheville in the Great Escape... This mountain retreat offers an escape from the daily grind, complete with a private swimming pool overlooking the Appalachian Mountains! A retro-style home with modern updates, you will be awed by the beautiful decor and world inspired accents in every room. Featuring an open living space surrounding you with the warmth of wood, the Great Escape offers a calming atmosphere with natural elements. A large deck and porch area offer incredible views of the mountainous skyline that Asheville is known for. This home features a queen master suite upstairs, three bedrooms with queen beds, and a bedroom down...Read more

Amenities

General
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Linens Provided [?]
  • Phone / Internet
  • Internet Access [?]
  • Kitchen
  • Clothes Dryer [?]
  • Grill
  • Microwave
  • Dish Washer [?]
  • Washing Machine [?]
  • Entertainment
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo System [?]
  • Outdoor
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Other
  • Biltmore Tickets $40 (Jan-Mar) (01/02/2013-03/20/2013)
  • Horseback Trail Ride - 1 Hour ~ $32 (04/02/2013-12/05/2013)
  • Horseback Trail Ride - 3 Hours ~ $82 (04/02/2013-12/05/2013)
  • Kitchen [?]
  • Biltmore Ticket Youth (ages 10-16) ~ $27 (03/21/2013-05/22/2013)
  • Biltmore Ticket ~ $59 (03/21/2013-01/01/2014)
  • Biltmore Tix (Candlelight Upgrade - Children 9 and younger) ~ $0
  • LaZoom Bus Tour ~ $24 ($2 Savings) (04/01/2013-12/31/2013)
  • *Romantic Biltmore Package ~ $195 (Retail Value: $424)* (11/09/2
  • Single Massage @ Spa ~ $63
  • Blue Ridge Breakfast Box ~ $39
  • Local Goodies Basket~Free Delivery
  • Biltmore Youth Winter (ages 10-16) ~ FREE (01/02/2013-03/20/2013
  • Swimming Pool-Private
  • Winter Horseback Trail Ride - 2 Hours ~ $39 ~ 2 person min. (12/
  • Couples Massage @ Spa ~ $135 (Choc. Dipped Strawberries)
  • LaZoom Bus Tour ~ Senior ~ $22 ($2 Savings) (04/01/2013-12/31/20
  • Couples Massage @ Spa ~ $125 (No Choc. Strawberries)
  • Horseback Trail Ride - 2 Hours ~ $62 (04/02/2013-12/05/2013)
  • Trip in a Bag - An Asheville Adventure ~ $50
  • Winter Horseback Trail Ride - 1 Hour ~ $29 ~ 2 person min. (12/0
  • LaZoom Bus Tour ~Young Adult (13-17) ~ $15 (04/01/2013-12/31/201
  • Biltmore Tix (Candlelight Upgrade) ~ $20 (11/09/2012-12/31/2012)
  • Location

    Great Escape
    Asheville, North Carolina

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    Rates

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    DateDailyWeeklyMonthlyMin.Stay
    Rate Summary $0 $2,907 - $4,307 $0 3 nights
    Apr. 2 2013 - May. 22 2013
    Spring
    - $2,907 - 3 nights
    May. 23 2013 - May. 29 2013
    Memorial Day
    - $4,307 - 3 nights
    May. 30 2013 - Jun. 26 2013
    June
    - $4,307 - 3 nights
    Jun. 27 2013 - Jul. 31 2013
    July
    - $4,307 - 5 nights
    Aug. 1 2013 - Aug. 28 2013
    August
    - $4,307 - 4 nights
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    Availability

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    7 guest reviews

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    • DR PETE
      Destin, Fl

      This place needs a major overhaul.

      Left on 01/29/2013 for a stay in November 2012

      There is an incredibly beautiful view from the house, but then it is all downhill. We had a tough time getting in since the pool gate was tightly locked. The main problem is temperature control in the house, which is truly impossible--one brm roasts while the others freeze. There is no upstairs bathroom, so one has to walk into one of the bedrooms to use the facility. The downstairs "master brm" is a joke---it is in the cellar, very uncomfortable bed, the shower was not usable, and to top it off, there is no mirror!! Makes shaving kind of difficult. My son lives nearby and we plan to visit again, but not in this house. It's a lot o money for a summer camp experience.
      The house looks nice, the kitchen is decent and well equipped and we had a nice family reunion in spite of all the problems. My son lives close by and we plan to come up again, but certainly not to this rental. It's a lot of money for a summer camp experience.

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      Response from Carolina Mornings - 02/01/2013

      Carolina Mornings

      Manager

      Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation at Great Escape! We're glad that you enjoyed your family reunion at the house and got to experience the fantastic views.

      We are sorry that the layout of the house wasn't well-suited to your family's needs. We strive to match each family to a property that is ideal for them. The next time you visit Asheville please mention this stay and let the Vacation Planner know that the floor-plan doesn't work for your family. We'll be sure to find the perfect property to match all of your preferences.

      Regarding the heating and cooling, thank you for bringing this to our attention and we'll dispatch someone right away to ensure that the system is functioning properly.

      Thank you for choosing Carolina Mornings, and we look forward to making your next stay with us flawless!

    • John
      Durham, NC

      Simply awful !

      Left on 09/08/2012 for a stay in August 2012

      We have been renting vacation homes for more than 20 years, and this was by far the worst experience we have ever had. The house was truly filthy, smelly and rundown and the service from Carolina Mornings (the rental agency) was awful. Our rental was for 7 days, and the house was not properly cleaned until we were 4 days into our vacation. We could not use the downstairs "master suite" because no one wanted to sleep there, so we ended up buying an inflatable bed. Summing it up: Ick! Our clothing even smelled musty after we returned home after our vacation.

      When we arrived and saw the condition of this property we tried to find a hotel to accommodate our party. Unfortunately we could not find such a hotel, and we had to stay at this awful place.

      Umbrella by the pool was in tatters Toilets were not even clean

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      Response from Carolina Mornings - 10/19/2012

      Carolina Mornings

      Manager

      We very much appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention!

      In conducting a thorough review of your experience and the items you listed, we have made a recent change to some of our internal processes to ensure that our high standards of cleaning are being met as well as improving communications both to and from our guests.

      We take every complaint very seriously, and in this specific instance we made multiple trips to the property to try and satisfy your concerns. We apologize that we were unable to resolve the issue to your satisfaction in a more expeditious manner. It is a wonderful property and our other great reviews reflect this. We do not feel it matches the description you have provided – however, we have since changed the description of the property online to ensure that expectations are not exceeding the property itself.

      We pride ourselves on our high standard of customer service and we thank you for taking the time to let us know about your concerns. We hope that you’ll consider staying with us again, and giving us another opportunity to show you the level of service that we consider the hallmark of our company.

    • R. Baker
      Montgomery County, Va.

      Very Disappointing

      Left on 07/26/2012 for a stay in July 2012

      We were told that the pool was heated by two different agents. It was not. After the vacation I was told that they did not have any heated pools. Perhaps the agents need to be better informed or trained to be truthful.
      There were many millipedes in the lower bedroom which resulted in my vacuuming immediately (I was embarrassed for the rest of our guests to even see such a sight!). The millipedes returned the next day, so we had to abandon use of the lower level. The roof leaked and they sent someone for repairs. I called and stated complaints with two property managers. They did not follow up on promises to get back with me about my concerns. Very disappointing.

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    • JoLinda Spiegel
      New Albany, Ohio

      Fam ily vacation

      Left on 07/20/2012 for a stay in June 2012

      We had a couple of issues that we felt needed addressed and the agency was quick to respond, friendly in their demeanor and professional in their work.

      However, their were many issues, most of which were cleanliness or readiness that were far below the standard we expected for the price. Many items we anticipated using were not in working condition. Considering the house slept 12, there was not comfortable seating for 12 in any area and no comfortable flooring to sit/sleep/play on.

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    • Chuck-Town Reviewer
      Charleston, SC

      Mlk Weekend

      Left on 02/27/2011 for a stay in January 2011

      The stay was unbelievable. We came up right after one of the snow storms of the year and the view was beauitful. Our friends and are already planning a trip for next year, probably at the same place. Everything about booking it was a breeze and the weekend wsa very very memorable.

      The only things that I was simply "satisfied" with was the the length of the driveway (about 1/2 mile) and the fact we couldn't get our cars up due to snow. The seating wasn't always the most comfortable but it's not something that would drive me away.

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      Response from Carolina Mornings - 03/10/2011

      Carolina Mornings

      Manager

      We are so delighted that you enjoyed your snowy mountain adventure at the Great Escape! Please do contact us again for your next memorable getaway!

    • Ananda
      Indiana

      Above and beyond expectations

      Left on 02/11/2011 for a stay in October 2010

      From the glorious, jaw dropping view to the luxurious beds and down comforters, the incredible view from the lovely living room, quality furnishingsfireplace, well appointed kitchen and charming dining area - even to the excellent stereo - this place met and exceeded our expectations and made it hard to leave to go into asheville. We could have stayed in the house the entire time. We will be back!

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      Response from Carolina Mornings - 02/26/2011

      Carolina Mornings

      Manager

      We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the Great Escape, and that it truly was an escape for you. Please do call us again when you are heading to western NC!

    • Alex
      Atlanta, GA

      A wonderful retreat !

      Left on 02/09/2011 for a stay in November 2010

      My family; children and grandchildren had a wonderful Thanksgiving at the Great Escape!! My mother, who is 97 keeps talking about how much she enjoyed being there. The grands, of course, want to come back in the summer so that they can enjoy the pool. Overall the experience was great and the view was fantastic.

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      Response from Carolina Mornings - 02/26/2011

      Carolina Mornings

      Manager

      Thank you for sharing Thanksgiving with us! We are so glad that you had a great family gathering at the Great Escape. It sounds that a trip in the summer is due: for the grandkids to use the pool, so your mother has more to talk about, and for you to get away!

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