25 E Porter Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

This sweet two-bedroom, one bath cottage on half an acre has been lovingly renovated with the perfect balance of contemporary comfort and down-home charm. Mountain views and generous yard can be enjoyed from inside and out with picture windows, established organic garden, and wraparound deck.Notes: 3% commission to buyers agent. Ceiling just under 7' in part of kitchen and bath.Features Refinished original heart-pine floors in living and dining roomsTile floors in updated kitchen and laundry room/pantryUpdated gourmet kitchen with plenty of storage and work surfaces1/2 acre lot with established organic garden (bonus: materials to build a large hoop house included)Spacious detached garage with room for one car plus workshop space. Windows, back door, and insulation added in 2013.Large wraparound deck refinished in 2015Double pane replacement windows throughoutWood stove in living roomSunrise mountain views from the large picture window in living room during winterLocation Seven minutes from downtown AshevillOne mile from Oakley Elementary, Oakley Library, and Home DepotUnlimited hiking on the the Mountains to Sea trail just minutes from your front doorConvenient to major shopping area including Asheville Mall, Wal Mart, Target, etcEnergy Efficiency 2013 energy audit located and repaired all air leaks. Programmable thermostat helps you regulate your energy use.Double pane replacement windows throughout.Three part heating system ensures both efficiency and cost effectiveness:1. Heat pump provides heating in mild weather and air conditioning during the summer.2. Wood stove in the living room keeps the house cozy when the temperature drops.3. Oil heat is used as a back up so that you remain comfortable on even the coldest days.