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AshevilleNorth Carolina28801US
4.9125
55Everything was exactly as listed. We had a wonderful time and will...
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55Nice little place, dogs very much enjoyed, lots of shade.
55Clean and beautiful space!
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55Nice space!
55Great spot, quiet and comfortable, my dog loved it!
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Asheville Downtown River Arts Private Dog Park

Asheville, North Carolina
Fully Fenced
0.02 acres
4.94125 Reviews
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Hosted by Carly S.

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Asheville Downtown River Arts Private Dog Park

Asheville, North Carolina
Host avatar
Hosted by Carly S.
Sniffpass
4.94125 Reviews
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.02 acres
Asheville Downtown River Arts Private Dog Park - Asheville, North Carolina

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 ft

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing type(s): Chain link - privacy

Fencing details: The black chain link fence has privacy mesh on one side.


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

Sometimes

our neighbor to the west has a single small beagle that is typically not visible or audible from the backyard.

GUEST FEEDBACK

32% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

No

there are no other domestic animals in the area.

GUEST FEEDBACK

8% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

this is generally a quiet neighborhood, but you may occasionally see someone walk past.

GUEST FEEDBACK

42% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

The property extends from W. Haywood Street to Club Street. There are entrances on both sides of the fenced area. Both entries are typically quiet. However, Club Street is the most private; picture #2 is taken from the parking spot on Club Street.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can

Lit at night


Pricing
$12 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Asheville, North Carolina

Description

Get ready for a paw-tastic time with your furry friend(s) in Asheville's River Arts District! Discover our secluded and spacious backyard, perfect for your pooch(es) to romp around. Enjoy free parking and effortless entry to our secure, fenced-in haven. Just a stone's throw away, you'll find the French Broad River, New Belgium Brewery, and the picturesque Greenway Linear Park. Bring a beverage, kick back in our relaxed, shaded swing chairs, and make the most of your time in our lovely backyard oasis.

Cleanliness

98% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Max dogs per booking
3
Is the host present?
I am normally not there while my guests are there
Additional rules

Please try to park at the back of the house. It's a one-way street, but there is parking at the top. We are trying to let the grass in our front yard get established.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

4.94 (125 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Carly S.

Joined in March 2023

We are part-time Asheville residents. We love Beer City, RAD, Dogs and the Food scene. We hope you love our small but beautiful backyard in the "city".


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