This is it.
In a city all about it's micro-neighborhoods, N. Lexington Avenue is The Neighborhood. This is the historic and cultural center of downtown Asheville, once home to farmers and growers and today the heart of all things trendy, artsy and quintessential.
And on hip Lexington Ave., Apartment 201 at 80 LEX – a building once the town's feed and seed warehouse, now its hottest address – is THE place: a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment + one free parking space, that breathes Asheville chic.
Fast, Local Service
Customer service is the cornerstone of our business. We know it begins with your very first email and doesn’t stop until you’ve checked out, with a smile on your face.
So, here’s our promise: You’re our priority. We want you to have a fantastic time in Asheville and at 80 LEX. That’s why we’re 100% local – just minutes away, should the need arise! – and almost always available. We respond to any request within 3 hours (and usually, much sooner). We promise, we won’t leave you hanging.
And that means, no vacation rental nightmares. If you’re locked out, we’re there! If the washing machine breaks down mid-wash, we’re there! Or, if you’re just desperate for a restaurant recommendation, we’re also there. Just a call away, whenever you need us.
Bottom line: We know that the details – the big AND small details – are what count. They can make or break your vacation. So, we’re committed. Committed to you and your Asheville experience. (Reviews don’t lie!)
We look forward to welcoming you to Asheville!
Families & Groups Welcome
Traveling with other families or as a group? Good news! We manage four one-bedroom properties at 80 LEX, to accommodate a total of 8 guests.
Stay close (but not too close!) to your friends and loved ones, when you reserve:
80 LEX 201 (occupancy: 3)
80 LEX 202 (occupancy: 2)
80 LEX 203 (occupancy: 2)
80 LEX 204 (occupancy: 2)
Location, Location, Location
If you’ve ever wandered through downtown Asheville, then you’ve felt the wanderlust (and “wonder-lust)” of N. Lexington Avenue.
This is the most hip and quintessential street in Asheville – a place where restaurants go unadvertised and the best bars have no signs, just a door. This is a place where high-end art galleries abut record shops, upscale shoe stores, and more.
And, while Real Life may be about compromise – sacrifice This to get That – we believe that vacation should be a special time. A time you get both This and That, no compromise required.
80 LEX is your no-compromise-required destination: both urban and urbane, situated right in the beating heart of our vibrant city. Enveloped by the energy and excitement of downtown life, Unit 201 embodies and embraces the Asheville scene – a scene that draws designers and artists, creatives and music lovers, foodies and artisanal beverage aficionados alike.
Here’s what awaits:
Dining: Asheville is a food-and-drink dream – there’s a reason Livability named us a Top 10 Foodie City! – and from 80 LEX, you’re just minutes to much of your must-eat list, including Curate, French Broad Chocolate Lounge, Limones, Rhubarb, Posana, Table, La Bodega, Chai Pani, The Market Place, Cucina 24, Mamacita’s & Wicked Weed.
Shopping: Royal Peasantry and Earth Magic are both located directly below Unit 201, while Honeypot Vintage, the Downtown Asheville Tea Room, and Hip Replacements Clothing, among other must-see shops, are located on the same block.
Urban Trail Art Tour: Art lovers, put yourself right in the center of Asheville’s Urban Trail, a 1.7-mile walking tour home to 30+ stops at creative landmarks, public sculptures, dioramas, and more.
Festivals: From Downtown After Five (once a month, in summer) and the Lexington Avenue Arts Fest, to Drum Circle and Art in the Park, downtown Asheville, Lexington Avenue, and the River Arts District are ripe with arts, culture, and creative pursuits.
Chicken Alley: Stray chickens no longer roam downtown Asheville, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pay a visit to historic Chicken Alley, just outside Apartment 201.
Live Entertainment: Asheville has a vibrant music community, but reading through dozens of venue websites can be tedious and time consuming. Checkout these venues within walking distance: Asheville Music Hall, The Orange Peel, Harrah's Cherokee Asheville Center (aka Civic Center), Barley’s Taproom, Jack of the Wood, One Stop, Tressa’s, Tiger Mountain Thirst Parlor, 5 Walnut Wine Bar. With so many shows happening each week, it can be easy to miss one of your favorite bands. Asheville Music Guide (AMG) is an independent, locally developed online resource that aims to help fans of live music stay up to date with shows happening at all of the venues in Asheville.
Unbeatable Downtown Location
Don’t come all the way to Asheville, only to stay in the outskirts. Unit 201 at 80 LEX is located in the absolute heart of downtown, neighbor to the city’s best shopping, dining, drinking, and culture. Walk score: 93 – a Walker’s Paradise!
Striking Design
From exposed brick and soaring loft ceilings, to filament light bulbs and custom upholstery, we have designed Unit 201 at 80 LEX to epitomize the chic flavor of trendy Asheville.
Easy Parking
You don’t need a car at 80 LEX but if you bring one, you’ll be happy to know that parking is easy to find, both in parking decks and on street.
Fast WiFi
Go on, upload that Asheville selfie! With fast WiFi, you’re as connected as you want to be.
Locally Managed
Don’t underestimate the value of having an Asheville local in your back pocket! From filling you in on secret, no-signage bars, to being on-call to help in a late-night emergency, our 100% local service delivers both a great experience and peace of mind.
We Can Accommodate Groups
Traveling with other families or as a group? Good news! We own and operate four one-bedroom properties at 80 LEX, to accommodate a total of 8 guests.
ONE KING BEDROOM/ ONE FULL PRIVATE BATH / LARGE SOFA / 639 SQ FT
Over 600 square-feet of industrial loft space, Apartment 201 offers vintage furnishings and modern amenities, trendy wallpaper and filament light bulbs, exposed brick and curated artwork – everything you crave from your downtown Asheville experience.
And indeed, downtown Asheville is here, RIGHT here. Walk out your door and you’re on Lexington Avenue, the beating heart of Asheville’s dining, shopping, and cultural scene. From microbreweries and fine dining, to hip shopping and year-round festivals, Unit 201 at 80 LEX puts you in the middle of all things Asheville.
Yes, this is it. You’ve finally found it. Welcome!
Industrial Chic Design
Apartment 201 at 80 LEX is special. It’s probably not like anything you have at home, but it is exactly the urban-chic feel you seek in Asheville. It is industrial. It is warm. It is creative inspiration.
It is home. Or, a home-away-from-home, at least.
Apartment 201 at 80 LEX is professionally designed for an ultra-custom feel. We’re talking details like brick feature walls, custom upholstery, locally made mattresses, and a curated collection of antique and new furnishings. Vintage barware. Thickly layered texture, color, and patterns. Funky wallpaper. Handpicked art.
This is where modern meets old world, and it couldn’t be any more Asheville. It’s the perfect complement to your downtown experience.
Easy parking- One free designated off street parking space one block away.
When it comes to parking, 80 LEX could just as easily be name Easy Street: parking here is simple! And that’s exactly how it should be, when you’re on vacation.
You don’t need a car to enjoy downtown Asheville (our walk score: 93!), but if you bring one, here are your options:
Additional paid parking options:
Parking Decks: Our preferred parking option! Both the City of Asheville and Buncombe County operate safe, reliable and inexpensive parking decks. The first half hour is free and the full-day rate is just $20, so feel free to leave your vehicle overnight. There are several parking decks within walking distance of 80 LEX on Rankin Ave; we’ll send all the details with your booking confirmation.
On-Street Parking: There are more than 700 on-street metered parking spaces in downtown Asheville. All meters are for short-term parking (two hours or less, as marked), at a cost of $1.50 per hour . On-street metered parking is free on holidays, Sundays, and every day after 6 pm.
Loading Zones: There is one right in from If you’re arriving via taxi, Uber, or Lyft, feel free to unload in one of Asheville’s dedicated loading zones, limited to 30 minutes (or less, as marked).
Accessing 201 requires climbing one flight of stairs, (22 stairs total). One free parking space is provided one block away in an open, private parking lot , next to condo complex. The apartment is in downtown Asheville, an urban setting, in a multi-tenanted building. Usual sights and sound of city living should be expected.
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