Dog-friendly King BD + Pull-out sofa in the Epicenter + Private Outdoor Balcony
if history repeats itself, then may it always be a replay of Asheville’s Gilded Age. If walls could talk, then a centenarian newsroom would have some spectacular stories to tell. And if location is everything, then 120 College Street is the epicenter of all things Asheville.
Welcome to the intersection of past & present, to stories of the Gilded Age, and to the ideal home base for Asheville vacations.
Welcome to The News Condo 202 at the Asheville Times Building.
The space
Historic Building, Iconic Views! Heart of Downtown w/ Private Outdoor Space
Once home to the Asheville Times, the local afternoon newspaper and now the city’s most antique-chic address, this is IT: a 1-bedroom, 1-bath, 800 square-foot condo that breathes Asheville history, embodies the Gilded Age spirit, and incorporates all the modern amenities of the 21st century.
Stay in the Shadow of the Gilded Age
Asheville, built post-Industrial boom and riding so high it was almost Depression-proof, is unique among Southern cities. So, why would you stay anywhere but in the historic center? Located in the Asheville Times Building at 120 College Street, The News Condo 202 represents the heart of iconic Asheville: in the shadow the Jackson Building (check out that view!), at the start of the Urban Trail arts & history tour, and with easy access to the city’s exceptional dining, nightlife, and culture. Walk Score: 86 – “Very Walkable”!
Historic yet Contemporary Design
From soaring ceilings to original hardwoods, from antique doorknobs to one-of-a-kind artwork, from leather seating to century-old balustrades, the Asheville Times Building preserves the old while incorporating all the must-have new.
Private Outdoor space
Outdoor space may be hard to come by in downtown, but not at The Daily @ 120 College Street! Step out onto your own 160 square-foot, private brick-walled terrace: enjoy a meal (or just a drink) at the bistro table (seats 2), check out the western views over N. Market, and drink in that sunset.
Walk in the Footsteps of ASHEVILLE’S EARLIEST NEWS REPORTERS
There’s nothing more Asheville than living, breathing history. The paper – which changed ownership and names from The Asheville Daily Gazette, to The Gazette-News, to The Times, to The Asheville Times – witnessed the Golden Age of William Sydney Porter (pen name: O. Henry), Thomas Wolfe, and F. Scott Fitzgerald, among other Asheville art royalty. Indeed, 120 College Street is THE creatively prestigious address in Asheville.
Modern Amenities
From a 43” Smart TV’s wall-mounted in both the living room and BR, to streaming entertainment, dimmer lights to a street intercom system, blackout shades to keyless entry, Bosch washer & dryer, and stainless steel appliances, The News Condo 202 in the Asheville Times Building at 120 College Street has all the modern comforts you crave.
Fast WiFi
Go on, upload that Asheville selfie! With fast WiFi, you’re as connected as you want to be.
Easy Parking
You don’t need a car at 120 College Street but if you bring one, you’ll be happy to know that parking is easy to find, in lots, parking decks, and on street.
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 24/7 to help in a late-night emergency, to remote-rebooting the WiFi at a moment’s notice, our 100% local service delivers both a great experience and peace of mind.
Perfect for Groups
Traveling with other families or as a group? Good news! We manage all three residences at 120 College Street, to accommodate a total of 10 guests.
Antique-Chic DESIGN
TheNews Condo 202 at 120 College Street is a special place. It’s probably not like anything you have at home, but it is exactly the historic-yet-contemporary feel you seek in Asheville. It is historic. It is completely renovated. It is period-perfect.
It is home. Or, a home-away-from-home, at least.
Each of the three properties, The Gazette Condo 200, The Daily Condo 201 and The News Condo 202 the Asheville Times Building at 120 College Street rises to 10-foot ceilings and blends select antiques with new pieces, modern furnishings with neutral tones, sleek lines with strategic pops of ebullient color. Architectural walls dull sound, the kitchen is fully stocked, the closets are custom, and the bathrooms are completely renovated. You’ll sleep like a baby, thanks to custom drapes and blackout shades.
This is where modern meets old world, and it couldn’t be any more Asheville. It’s the perfect complement to your historic downtown experience, complete with a 160 square-foot outdoor terrace and bistro table seating for two.
A Piece of History
There’s nothing quite so Ashville as staying in a living piece of history. Specifically, a living piece of history where local news writers and makers once plied their craft!
We’ll tell you a little story. The 1880-1930 era was a pivotal time in Asheville’s history: This was the Gilded Age, a post-industrial and pre-Depression age that welcomed the railroad, grandiose living, urban development, and the creative minds of O. Henry, Thomas Wolfe, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and others. Asheville rode so high it almost side-stepped the Great Depression.
The Asheville Times Building at 120 College Street was originally built in 1914 for the Asheville Gazette-News; (later, the Asheville Times), occupied 120 College Street until the 1930’s.
Fun fact: In 1929, Thomas Wolfe would forever immortalize this time in his highly autobiographical first novel “Look Homeward, Angel,” a coming-of-age story that mirrored his life in Asheville and experiences at his mother’s famous boardinghouse, Dixieland, "the most famous boardinghouse in American fiction.” Just two blocks north on Market Street is the restored Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site and welcomes visitors Tuesday-Saturday.
Guest access
FAMILIES & GROUPS WELCOME
Traveling with other families or as a group? Good news! We manage three condos at the 120 College Street: The Gazette Condo 200 (2BR/2.5 BA), The Daily Condo 201 (1BR/1BA), and The News Condo 202 (1BR/BA), with a total of 4 bedrooms to accommodate 10 guests.
Stay close (but not too close!) to your friends and loved ones, if they reserve:
The News Condo 202 at 120 College Street (1 BR, 1BA; occupancy: 4)
The Gazette Condo 200 at 120 College Street (2BR, 2.5 BA; occupancy: 4)
Other things to note
Please note that The News Condo 202 is on the second floor. You must climb approximately 25 stairs to reach the condo. This is a dog-friendly property, but not cat-friendly. Please do not leave your dog unattended and remember to pick-up after it around downtown. Please do not use bath towels to wipe wet paws. We ask that pet owners to bring their own dog towels, food bowls, and bedding. No pets on the furniture. Guests may be required to pay an additional cleaning fee if furniture has been stained or damaged by a dog. This is a multi-tenanted building, in an urban center. Guests can expect typical sights and sounds of downtown living.
You will have an entire unit with a shared common hallway
We are available 24 hrs via direct message of a phone call.
Need special arrangements?..We are her to help.
Maximum occupancy is four guests at all times. Exceeding this limit will incur a $500 fee and could be subject to immediate eviction.
guests booking this listing agree to: communicate with immediacy by contacting the host via telephone or messaging in the event of any concern. $100 fee shall be charged. If guests leaves premises later than 11:00am without communicating need for late check out If emergency or law enforcement is called upon, due to incidents caused by the guests or guests of the guests, every occupant may be evicted without refund Please be a good renter and neighbor. If you are not, it could result in additional fees. Smoking is not allowed and illegal drug use prohibited. No parties and could lend to additional fees. Maximum Occupancy is 4 people at all times. No moving furniture. Opening the windows is prohibited.
Using this booking website or other comparable booking website (hereinafter ‘Booking Website”) and payment system, Rental Agency hereby rents to Guest, and Guest hereby rents from Rental Agency , the vacation rental property described online (referred to hereafter as the “Property”) and recorded by the Booking Website. Dates, fees, and details of the term of occupancy of the Premises will be specified and recorded at the Booking Website. The rental of the Premises is subject to the terms of this Agreement. The Guest is a “tenant” within the meaning of the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act (N.C.G.S. Chapter 42A)(the “Vacation Rental Act”). Please Note: BOTH the signed Rental Agreement and your Reservation Payment must be submitted to the Rental Agency listed below within twenty-four (24) hours of their being sent to you; otherwise we may not be able to hold your reservation. PARTIES TO THIS AGREEMENT: Rental Agency: The Gleason Team, LLC (Agency”) 86 Asheland Avenue Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Contact: Reservationist . Name of Guest: AS SUBMITTED ONLINE AND CONFIRMED BY BOOKING WEBSITE RESERVATION INFORMATION: Premises Rented (“Property”) Check-In Date and Time: AFTER 3:00 PM AS CONFIRMED BY THE BOOKING WEBSITE Check-Out Date and Time: PRIOR TO 11:00 AM AS CONFIRMED BY THE BOOKING WEBSITE Maximum Occupancy: AS LISTED ON THE BOOKING WEBSITE Rental Rate: AS SUBMITTED ONLINE AND CONFIRMED BY THE BOOKING WEBSITE Damage Deposit or fee: AS SUBMITTED ONLINE AND CONFIRMED BY THE BOOKING WEBSITE Payment Terms: AS SUBMITTED ONLINE AND CONFIRMED BY THE BOOKING WEBSITE Cleaning Fee: $0 or As quoted on the booking website Taxes: 6% lodging and 7% sales or as quoted on the Booking website Booking Website Service Fee: As quoted by the Booking Website at the time of payment. 1. Occupancy.
