Grand North Asheville Estate Home

One of Asheville's premier estate homes nestled on the top of Lookout Mountain overlooking the Grove Park Inn and only a few blocks from Merrimon Avenue, this home will enchant you with its 3 levels of luxury! With what could be the premier pool and entertainment level in the city, this complete remodel of one the area's largest homes will give so many options for guests, family or business colleagues to gather for large scale functions with an intimate character. The 4 car garage, guest cottage, and $35K decor allowance complete the discerning buyer's wish list for the ultimate in-town lifestyle. NOTICE: This is not a traditional home rental situation and no landlord-tenant relationship is involved. This ad is for a person to live temporarily in the home, which is listed for sale, as a "home manager" under a special arrangement whereby the person provides furniture, maintains the home in a "ready to show" condition and pays a fee that is substantially lower than the market rental rate. Furniture can be provided for an additional cost.

Updated Town Mountain Home

Looking for MODERN AND HIP SOPHISTICATION on top of Town Mountain in one of Asheville's most sought after luxury locations? Originally built in 1981 but completely renovated in 2018 by Dustin Cogswell, an Asheville local design/build master craftsman, you will realize that the location bespeaks the early site selection, but the remodel is totally today and beyond! A few highlights include a master suite on the top level, including a master bath and view which may hold you in the tub or shower longer than you planned! On the main level, well, finishes and flow are the star with a spectacular space for entertaining looking over Beaverdam Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains towering above! On the two lower levels are all the additional bedrooms, bonus rooms and lower deck level which will be used and enjoyed by many! And the best part - this is a sweet opportunity since we've priced it below the recent appraisal! Come soon so you can be in your chic new home before the holidays!

Beautiful New Construction Home in Flat Rock

NEW CONSTRUCTION Beautiful new construction home on 1.3 acres! This maintenance free home has fiber cement siding with an architectural shingle roof. Home has Kitchen-Aide SS appliances. The hickory wood floors on the main level are sure to hold up to the toughest traffic. Front and back deck to enjoy your morning coffee or weekend BBQ. Large yard will provide plenty of room for pets and kids. Home has the Master on the main with 2 bedrooms and a bonus/bed room upstairs with a 4 bedroom septic system. Granite countertops in kitchen and baths. Dormer windows let light into the 2 story living area. Long concrete driveway leads up to the 2 car garage. This home is a must see with all it's fine craftsmanship! Bella Custom Closets available for $3500 more. New Exterior and interior color as of 2/28! Come see the new look!

Modern Mountain Home

Frank Lloyd Wright meets the mountains in this WSM Craft design, blending classic modern architecture with western North Carolina lifestyle. Relax in the modern elegance of the living room, featuring Tennessee sandstone wood burning fireplace, high ceilings & white oak floors. Then venture out to the side porch to enjoy mountain skyline. Designer kitchen with custom bookmatched walnut cabinets, quartz countertops, Bosch appliances & walk-in pantry. Kitchen flows seamlessly into dining area & beyond to yet another outdoor living space that will enchant. Master suite on main level with deck. Lower level features 3 guest bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, wet bar plus living area with access to patio. Two-car detached garage with guest quarters waiting for your custom touches. High Hickory features miles of hiking trails through conservation land, a community garden and apiary, waterfall and gated access. NC Green Built and Energy Star Certified. Potential for vacation rental (7 day minimum).

Craftsman Style in Lower Laurel Park

This newly renovated home is a rare find in the highly desirable area of lower Laurel Park! This craftsman style home is perfect for entertaining, boasting an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings in the kitchen, and a back patio complete with an outdoor fireplace. The house has the character and desirability of a quaint older home such as the refinished original hardwood floors and the original fireplace; but is completely updated with modern finishes such as gas logs. It is located only minutes from downtown Hendersonville and is within walking distance of restaurants and a grocery store. House completely rebuilt in 2019 including: new central heating and air conditioning system including all new duct work, new plumbing, new city water connection, new electrical system, new roof, new energy efficient windows, new insulation, newly refinished hardwoods in main living area, new kitchen appliances, new kitchen cabinets and counters, new hot water heater

Modern Farmhouse in Beaverdam

New construction - modern farmhouse in peaceful Beaverdam neighborhood, very convenient to everything in North Asheville. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, lower level bonus/office space, detached two-car garage, screened porch plus upper and lower level decks. Designer kitchen with sophisticated granite countertops, island for utility and entertaining plus open to the living area. Soaring stacked stone fireplace in the living room with convenient access to outdoor living spaces. Oversized master bedroom on main level with gorgeous en suite bathroom. Lower level features two guest bedrooms plus an additional full bathroom. Deck on lower level so guests can enjoy the mountain lifestyle. Quiet street imparts sense of serenity just minutes to restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

Conveinant East Asheville

Please see 3D Virtual Tour Ideal property for active lifestyle seeking privacy in gated community with amenities PLUS less than 10 mins to downtown AVL, Blue Ridge Parkway, interstate access. Classic contemporary home on private culdesac lot with incredible opportunities for entertaining, open plan living, expansive private rear deck, main level garage and PRIVATE 2nd level master suite. Most major improvements already completed (apx $70k) leaving you creativity to update kitchen/master bath and live out your HGTV inner monster! Don't miss the refinished oak floors, fresh paint, new stainless appliances, newer roof, new hot water heater, woodburning fireplace and more! Guest bedrooms on main and lower levels plus a bonus room ideal for office or 4th bedroom (just add a closet). No city taxes plus level driveway. Low maintenance yard gives you more time to play. Great value in desirable school district that appraised at $440, 000 in May 2019. Please schedule showing TODAY!! NOTICE: This is not a traditional home rental situation and no landlord-tenant relationship is involved. This ad is for a person to live temporarily in the home, which is listed for sale, as a "home manager" under a special arrangement whereby the person provides furniture, maintains the home in a "ready to show" condition and pays a fee that is substantially lower than the market rental rate. Furniture can be provided for an additional cost. *Please visit www.showhomeswesternnc.com for details and requirements on becoming a "Home Manager".

Stunning Lakeview Park Tudor

Old world charm meets modern luxury in this stunning 1925 Tudor in historic Lakeview Park. Extensive renovation and attention to detail earned this home the prestigious Griffin Award. Modern updates include spacious gourmet kitchen, multiple bathroom remodels, new gym and entertainment room addition on the lower level along with 3 new HVAC & heat pump systems plus third garage addition with separate guest suite above. This Tudor boasts of gorgeous original features such as quarter sawn oak floors, period light fixtures and leaded glass windows throughout; each of these timeless luxury features are unparalleled. Property is situated on over 2.5 acres offering lovely mountain views, terraced gardens and even a half court basketball court. Nestled on a gorgeous knoll, within minutes to downtown, this grand estate is the blend of classic architecture (G.A & E.H Boehm Architecture of New York), and new (Red House Architecture). Enjoy all this spectacular home and grounds have to offer.

Hendersonville Open Concept

Beautiful, fully renovated single level living just minutes to downtown Hendersonville. Open concept home, with massive granite breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining. Kitchen and adorable dining area, open into large living room, featuring huge whitewashed fireplace and original shiplap detail. Three beautiful, sunny bedrooms and two full bathrooms, both with granite countertops and all new fixtures. Huge double carport and level, half acre lot.

Mountain Living

MOUNTAIN LIVING AT ITS FINEST! Yet only 15-20 minutes to the heart of downtown Asheville. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright this thoughtfully designed 4 Bdrm Home is built to capture the outdoors & all of nature's beauty. Substantial living areas flow to the expansive outdoor deck, covered patio & balcony with sweeping VIEWS of the mountains & valley. Grand Foyer warmly welcomes you & opens to the Great Room with its soaring wood ceiling, IMPRESSIVE STONE FIREPLACE & wall of windows. Formal Dining Room, fully equipped Chef's Kitchen complete with new granite, stainless steel & a cozy eating area with fireplace. Master Suite encompasses another fireplace, his n hers walk-in closets & massive wall of windows w/french doors to deck & waterfall. Upper level boasts HUGE media & game room with a fireplace & french doors to a balcony, 3 bedrooms all en suite, a dark room for our photo buffs & a loft perfect for office or hobby room. 4 Fireplaces! Majestic VIEWS! Prepare to fall in love!

Lovely Arden Home

Come play in the park- it's right across the street. This move-in ready 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath home is in a great south location. Newly painted exterior doors say 'Come on in.' When you do, there is so much to love! Starts with open floor plan 1108 sq ft, light filled soft gray living room with a picture window- yes it looks out to the park, beautiful hardwood floors, easy to cook in kitchen with new stove, laundry room, 1/2 bath & comfortable master suite on main. On the lower level 450 sq ft 2 more bedrooms, bath and over sized garage 657 sq ft . Plenty of space for workshop, projects & bicycles. Enjoy reading, grilling or visiting on the back deck with the private back yard. Have morning coffee on the front porch looking at the park. Improvements to Jake Rusher park in spring- parking, access sidewalks, sport courts, pavilion & restrooms, landscaping & lighting. EZ access from both Sweeten Creek & Hendersonville Rd- everything you need is close by including Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack!

Custom Built Home with Views

FABULOUS VIEWS, Welcome to this prisitine custom built home, boasting expansive 3 large bedrooms, a large master suite w/ vaulted ceiling, walk in closet & custom bureaus . Kitchen features Granite counters, under cabinet lighting, glass front cabinets & under drawer microwave. Great room w/ gas fireplace, impressive windows and built in book shelves. Dining area is just off kitchen. Laundry with Pantry & Bamboo flooring throughout, make these rooms complete. The lower level is completely finished with great room, 2 bedrooms with French doors, large bathroom and is it's plumbed for a kitchen. The separate entrance would make a great in law suite or rental. So much privacy with stunning sun rises and sunsets that can be seen from your 12x24 deck or lower patio. This home offers a sophisticated yet comfortable lifestyle. The oversized detached 2 car garage has nice work space for the handyman or gardener. Smartside siding on house & garage. All doors ADA compliant. Second lot available.

Lake Lure Cottage

Adorable 1950's brick cottage lakehouse in beautiful cove right on Lake Lure. This 4 bedroom 2 bath features a great room with fireplace, open kitchen with sliding glass doors to the lake view, and a flex/gathering room on the main level. Pergo and tile floors and new carpet in downstairs bedroom and NEW paint! Sit on the patio and enjoy lake life as well as the gorgeous views of Bald Mountain. Wonderful for a primary or second home and perfect to set up as a rental/airbnb.

Lovely South Asheville Home

Exterior maintenance free! AND stand alone single family home! The best of both worlds in addition to easy access single-level living! Terrific South Asheville location and move-in ready! Enjoy the open 3/2 split floor plan with cathedral ceilings! Stainless appliances, granite counter tops, eat in kitchen nook and formal dining room! Picture yourself by the cozy gas fireplace (upgraded logs with remote; unvented). Covered side porch is perfect for relaxing. 3rd bedroom can be a flex room for office or study. Several upgrades including NEW carpet, comfort height toilets, Gutter Helmet! Master bedroom has tray ceiling; Master bath has double sinks, separate water closet, and built in tub. Level driveway with 2 car garage. Washer/dryer conveys with home. Highly rated schools. Just minutes from Biltmore Park, Airport, Asheville, shopping, restaurants and more!

Biltmore Forest Home

Spacious cedar home on 1.6 acres set deep in Biltmore Forest. This house has a great floor plan for entertaining with large living areas for lots of main level living. Daylight basement with inside and outside entrances, living room/bathroom/bedroom; could be a guest quarter. 2 car garage on main level. Forest Road is a dead end street with low traffic - not many streets even accessed from Forest Road, so very quiet. Large level lot with mature trees & landscaping. Master suite with his/her bath areas. 2nd bedroom w/hall bath. Formal living room w/fireplace. Formal dining room. Den w/fireplace. Eat-in kitchen. Powder room. Sunroom. Deck. Dual HVAC systems--2 gas furnaces, 2 electric a/c units. City water. Private well. Private lot. Nice landscaping.

Gorgeous Mountain Views

YOU CAN SEE FOR MILES AND MILES!! Grand & ever changing views of the mountains, privacy and lots of space. Enjoy a cocktail in your Sunroom or watch the mountains change as the sun sets from your back Deck. This home has so many wonderful features: Master on the Main, Flat Driveway, 2 Fireplaces, 2 Sunrooms, 2 Offices, 2 Back Decks and tons of storage space. Carriage Park is an active community with Clubhouse, Indoor Pool, Tennis/Pickle Ball Courts, stocked Lake, Ponds, Walking Trails and too many activity groups to mention. Great location outside of town, and still convenient to shopping, medical, dining and entertainment. Perfect for work. play and staying in! Take a look today in person or via 3D Tour Virtual Matterport Tour online!

Breathtaking Views

Embrace Asheville's natural beauty with a 360 degree backdrop of breathtaking views of almost every ridgetop in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This all inspiring home sits on what feels like the top of the world in one of the city's most exclusive upscale neighborhoods overlooking electric downtown Asheville, Grove Park Inn, Asheville Country Club & Lakeview Park. Enjoy nostalgic sunrises & sunsets from 4 different porches/decks along with a front row view of the dearly loved 4th of July fireworks. Nestled on over 2 acres with stunning landscaping, this beautiful design embodies a perfect mix of luxury and classic architecture. Incomparable features include walls of windows filled w/mountain views, 2 Story living room, wrought iron staircase, gourmet kitchen, arched entries, custom moulding, master suite w/fireplace & deck access, guest or mother in-law suite & so much more! Quick access to the cultural, artsy and culinary scene that beloved Asheville has to offer. Must see to appreciate!

Beautiful New Construction

BRAND NEW, site built home with all the upgrades and a fresh, neutral color pallet! Open concept, living and kitchen with tongue and groove stained wood ceilings, massive granite breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and beautiful subway tile backsplash. Generously sized master bedroom, leads to beautifully designed master bath and large walk-in closet. Master bath boasts granite double vanity, and a walk-in tile shower, with sliding glass door. On the opposite side of the home, are two spacious rooms, which could be used as bedrooms, or bonus space. Another full bath lies at the end of the hall, with granite vanity and tile tub and shower combo. Front covered porch offers shade while enjoying the breeze, or hang out on the back porch for more privacy. Don't miss this new, single level beauty, just minutes from downtown Hendersonville!

Historic Montford Arts & Crafts Home

Stunning 2.5-story, 4-br/3-ba home in Historic Montford! This magnificent Arts & Crafts home is laced w/ enchanting rustic features throughout! With captivating curb appeal & charming exterior, you'll fall in love at the front door! Huge covered front porch w/ ceiling fan is perfect for relaxing & soaking up the neighborhood scenery. Inside, the grand living room will impress you w/ a magnificent design complemented by gorgeous exposed ceiling beams. Kitchen is remarkable w/ stainless steel appliances, extraordinary cabinetry plus two breakfast bars. Bedrooms w/ vaulted ceilings! Upper levels boast separate loft & sitting area. Huge laundry/mud room. Impressive custom built-ins & fine interior finishes adorn the house! Private back deck w/ a sweet, whimsical back yard, like something from a fairytale! This is a truly spectacular modern-meets-the-ranch style home in a coveted Montford location just minutes to downtown AVL, interstate & amenities. Seller offering 1-year home warranty!

Asheville Arts and Crafts Home

One of south Asheville's finest homes. This 6 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home features Poplar beams, granite baths, tongue and groove woodwork, ample storage, circular drive and a private level yard. Architectural detail are in every room. If you are close to building your dream home take a tour of this home first to see if you can save months of time. The gourmet kitchen has a copper hood over the over sized DCS range. The dual drawer dishwasher and oversized island are timeless in their quality and style. The Master bedroom is on the main level. The guest rooms on the lower level have a gracious living area that offers a grand entrance into the Home Theatre with Denon/Legacy Equipment, 90 inch screen and Bose Built-Invisible sound system. This home will not disappoint.

Lovely Hendersonville Home

There is nothing not to love about this home! House is located in the cul-de-sac on 1.24 Acre in quiet neighborhood. Enjoy sound of nature over looking the pond. Or just relax in the hot tub and watch the stars. Walk to the park or nature reserve located just feet away. Lots of large windows, wood fireplace and split floor plan will make you feel like this is the HOME! NOTICE: This is not a traditional home rental situation and no landlord-tenant relationship is involved. This ad is for a person to live temporarily in the home, which is listed for sale, as a "home manager" under a special arrangement whereby the person provides furniture, maintains the home in a "ready to show" condition and pays a fee that is substantially lower than the market rental rate. Furniture can be provided for an additional cost. *Please visit www.showhomeswesternnc.com for details and requirements on becoming a "Home Manager".

Beautiful Cane Creek Valley Home

One special feature of this home is just getting here! Tucked away in beautiful Cane Creek Valley, the community of Ashbrook was designed with estate size homesites to enjoy the simple pleasures of Nature and plenty of space around you. Just 20 minutes south of Asheville, 201 Two Brooks Trail is situated on 3.6 wooded acres in a peaceful setting overlooking the rolling hills and mountains beyond. . The contemporary style home was designed to feel warm, inviting, and connected to Nature. The open floor plan, southern exposure view windows & artistically designed seating nooks allow plenty of natural light and inspiring views. Enjoy main level living with plenty of space for family, guests, and the home office. The kitchen has lots of space for the creative chefs, casual dining & entertaining. The Master Suite opens to the screen porch to enjoy cool mountain breezes.The daylight lower level also features two bedroom suites. This one owner home has been meticulously maintained.

Charming Shelby Home

This charming and exquisite 3bd/2ba Bow House is perfectly placed on 5.5 acres that includes formal gardens, a small orchard, garden room, barn and vineyard views. This home was built with the highest of architectural standards with careful attention to every detail, each piece custom handcrafted and delivered directly from New England. From the "shipwright fancy" shaped roof to the blown glass windows and hand forged iron door handles and shutter latches, it's like walking into a piece of history. Wide plank hardwood pine floors and large multi-paned windows which feature a traditional single pink pane representing blessing and happiness in the home create a true masterpiece. New paint on interior/exterior, newer HVAC, new appliances and flooring in kitchen, bath, and laundry. Large finished basement with woodstove features new flooring, new ceiling, and new carpet. 5 minutes from historic uptown Shelby and medical center.

Fantastic New Construction

Fantastic new construction in popular Mills River. Just minutes from Bold Rock, Burning Blush, Ingles, and the Airport. Enjoy year round, long range views from this quiet rural home, that is still convenient to Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard! With no restrictions, this home would make an amazing vacation rental. Got an RV? Extra gravel parking on the lot is perfect for RV Storage, with a possibility of easy power and water hookup. Plenty of room for extra storage or a car lift in the huge garage. Completed construction is expected for mid June, so grab this one in time for an amazing summer in Western North Carolina.

Charming Newly Renovated Home

Charming newly renovated creek-side home on a peaceful private lot, conveniently located. The main level features an open concept living space with wood flooring and a new kitchen. Also, on this level, is the master bedroom with an attached bathroom, a guest bedroom, and a guest bathroom. The back deck overlooking Duncan Creek adds stunning outdoor living space to this delightful home. The lower level features a complete second living area with a wet bar & bathroom with a walk-in shower. The spacious bedroom has a walk-in closet, big windows overlooking the creek, and an office nook. Also, on the lower level, the bonus room and attached workshop would be perfect spaces for your home office, hobby area, or additional storage. The house was completely renovated in 2020 including updated electrical, new HVAC, plumbing, roof and more! Whether you enjoy entertaining or just relaxing in the spacious backyard to the rhythm of the stream, this special home is a must-see!

Beautiful New Build

Come see this home that was just completed and ready for it's first owner! This 3 bedroom 2 bath one level home has a finished bonus room over the garage. Sit and relax on the front, or back porch. Low maintenance exterior with architectural shingle roof and a fiber cement siding. Enjoy the open concept with the high cathedral ceiling in the living room with the gas fireplace. The kitchen is ready for the move-in party with granite tops and stainless steel appliances! This is in a great location for commuters with easy access to I-26 only a couple minutes away and comes with a $600 credit towards buyers choice of home warranty.

Custom North Asheville Home

Every aspect of this extraordinary property is custom designed and built with artistry, environment, and comfort in mind. Nestled into a bucolic south-facing cove, you'll delight in the expansive mountain vista. Every room is light and bright. Multi-width tobacco barn beams, re-purposed as floor boards, and reclaimed slate roof tiles highlight craftsmanship . The solar panels, triple glazed windows, metal roof, and thick walls ensure low energy costs and healthy living. Walk the trails and revel in the soothing sound of three waterfalls that cascade through the property. All rooms wired for high speed internet. NOTICE: This is not a traditional home rental situation and no landlord-tenant relationship is involved. This ad is for a person to live temporarily in the home, which is listed for sale, as a "home manager" under a special arrangement whereby the person provides furniture, maintains the home in a "ready to show" condition and pays a fee that is substantially lower than the market rental rate. Furniture can be provided for an additional cost. Please visit www.showhomeswesternnc.com

North Asheville Contemporary

An architectural showcase in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Asheville. Offering a high quality of life and easy access to the best Asheville has to offer, this unique custom built and perfectly sited home allows for city and mountain views while emphasizing its passive solar functionality. With a great flow between several levels of indoor and outdoor living spaces, this property is an absolute MUST SEE NOTICE: This is not a traditional home rental situation and no landlord-tenant relationship is involved. This ad is for a person to live temporarily in the home, which is listed for sale, as a "home manager" under a special arrangement whereby the person provides furniture, maintains the home in a "ready to show" condition and pays a fee that is substantially lower than the market rental rate. Furniture can be provided for an additional cost. Please visit www.showhomeswesternnc.com

Lakeside Rereat

Gorgeous lakeside retreat complete with boathouse and room for all your guests. Beautiful wood accents, modern kitchen, master suite with fireplace, outdoor entertaining spaces and the view!

Biltmore Forest Cape Cod

Beautiful renovation of kitchen and utility rooms enhance this classic 1955 Cape Cod deep inside Biltmore Forest, minutes from Hendersonville Rd. Spacious living room w/ large windows, cozy den, Master on Main, second bedroom on main with 1/2 bath attached, hardwoods throughout, two fireplaces, wide center hallway. Charming dormers in two upstairs bedrooms and 2nd full bath upstairs. Ample closet space throughout. Private yard and quiet street near large park.NOTICE: This is not a traditional home rental situation and no landlord-tenant relationship is involved. This ad is for a person to live temporarily in the home, which is listed for sale, as a "home manager" under a special arrangement whereby the person provides furniture, maintains the home in a "ready to show" condition and pays a fee that is substantially lower than the market rental rate. Furniture can be provided for an additional cost.

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Patricia Roberts (Asheville NC)

Staging is a wonderful way to display a home that is only partially furnished after moving the best "stuff" out. In addition to placing up to date furnishings in rooms, the group also moved existing items around for a better look. Replacement lighting, repainting, and overall 'beautification' will help with the sale. The house never looked better.

Troy Flack (TN)

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Ken Drisdell (Arden NC)

Cindi Stringer was superb. She was very friendly, professional and accommodating. The price was very competitive. She listened to what we needed and explained what she could do for us. We were getting our house ready to market and needed to paint the interior and make the place look fresh and move-in ready. Cindi gave great recommendations for paint color and requested we update a couple ceiling fans to modernize the look. I have worked professionally with Interior Designers in the San Francisco Bay area for 18 years, and consider her work most excellent. She used higher-end furnishings in a very tasteful and judicious manner. The results were awesome! Thank you Cindi!!

Fitz Sthreshley (TN)

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Jeffrey Therrien (Hendersonville NC)

Speed at which you were able and willing to do and complete the project. Quality of the staging design was good. Personable and easy to work with

Caroline Lewis (Hendersonville NC)

It was so easy! I loved how little was required of me. It helped our house sell quickly. We have been referring Show Homes often! I hope to be able to stage every house before we sell it.

Mark Blessington (Asheville NC)

Excellent concept. Fit our needs perfectly since we were moving to a new city. Cindi Stringer delivered on all of her promises.

Adrienne Crowther (NC)

Cindi is a joy to work with. She staged a listing for me and improved the look of the property tremendously. I look forward to working with Showhomes again

Verneda Harris-Irving (Weaverville NC)

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John Sams (NC)

Cindi does an outstanding job with her flair for design. This is a needed service that should be used by all Realtors

Julie Mallett (NC)

It has been a pleasure working with Cindi Stringer. The homes she has staged were perfect, and the homes sold. I am a true believer in staging homes to get the most money for your house. Most people cannot visualize what a home will look like with furniture, art work and accessories. They buy what they see, and Cindi made that happen. Julie Mallett/George Real Estate Group

Terri Bowman (Asheville NC)

Furniture and decorative accessories were nice quality and complemented our existing decor. Cindy was a consummate professional who made a plan for each room, staged the home in a few hours and made it very appealing. Our home sold quickly afterwards. It was a worthwhile investment!

Paul Tierney (NC)

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Kim Montini (NC)

Cindy and her designers staged a home I had listed beautifully. I truly believe it helped to help sell it. We received multiple compliments.

Beatriz Escobar (Asheville NC)

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Mark Blessington (Asheville NC)

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Valen Vera Cruz (NC)

Though this was a short stint, I like the idea. Will do it again soon.

Jackie Eadie (Hendersonville NC)

Cindi Stringer did a fabulous job of preparing our home to sell! She had really amazing ideas for how to make our home show at its very best. Her personal care and concern were deeply appreciated. The fact that our home sold in 24 hours is proof of how instrumental was Showhomes in helping to make this happen! Jackie

Peter Barlas (Asheville NC)

Cindi was great to work with and helped us accomplish our goal of selling our home

Terri Bowman (Asheville NC)

Very professional, worked well with our realty company, and helped give an updated look and feel to our high-end home to help attract potential buyers. Cindy took a consultative approach to decorating our home in that she took into account the feedback from previous viewers.

Tamara Nail (Flat Rock NC)

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Renee Moore (Asheville NC)

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Clary McCall (NC)

Cindi has helped so many of my listing clients sell their homes. She is my go-to, including for one of my own personal homes!

Linda Stepp (Griffin GA)

Everything! Responsive, clear and concise in regards to when where and how. The house was beautiful before it was staged but after it was staged it absolutely popped. The house was under contract in 24 hours. Thank you. One very happy seller.

John McMahan (NC)

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Kate Brantly (NC)

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Bob Sabin (Marietta GA)

Our home was tastefully decorated and sold within two weeks of having Showhomes staging our house. We just wish we had done it sooner.

pekola Roberts (NC)

Like the house selections...the program has been amazing.

Skip Lontz (Hendersonville NC)

The initial set up was done professionally and we were kept informed of the houses condition after the house manager moved in.

Alyson Lee (Brevard NC)

Professional and easy to work with.

Dave Ulrchs (Asheville NC)

furniture and accessories are appropriate for the type of house I'm selling. really like the lamps!

John McMahan (NC)

Commitment to quality staging + Great communication.

Ken Forgie (NC)

Everyone was professional, efficient and friendly. Great look, very positive feedback.

Judy Warren (NC)

Your special touch changes the whole feel of the home, making a difference resulting in contracts for sellers.

Jackie Eadie (Hendersonville NC)

The expert advice I have received about how to prepare my home to show next spring when I will be putting my home on the market for sale.

Heidi Dubose (NC)

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Todd Davis (NC)

Personalized service that identifies specific floor plan problems of the house and overcomes them with thoughtful staging.

Kate Brantly (NC)

Paid attention, got it done. Great helpful attitude.

Ellizabeth Boone (Columbus NC)

I found Showhomes to be easy to work with and exceptional in targeting problem areas that needed to be changed. They exceeded my expectations, were careful and professional in their approach. The house was more inviting and welcoming when they finished. They provided touches I never expected and made suggestions for ways I could add to what they had done. I even purchased a desk from them because it enhanced the room I use as an office so well and I liked it so much. I believe my house will sell for more money and faster because of the fine work done by Showhomes! E. Boone, Columbus, NC

Bob Sabin (Marietta GA)

They had a great sense of the area and furnished it quickly and well.

Joanna Beck (NC)

The decor was up to date and enhanced the home.

Kim Montini (NC)

Cindy and her team were very professional and very prompt. The home looks fantastic! Will definitely recommend Showhomes to fellow brokers and friends. Thank you!!

Gloria Haynes (Ashevile NC)

The pictures were clear, the space was organized and not cluttered, which made the condo look very inviting.

Cindi Stringer (NC)

Being a Showhomes Home Manager has given me the opportunity to live in amazing homes for what it would cost me to live in a small condo. I’ve also enjoyed getting to try different areas of our area to see where I eventually want to settle.

Ginger Landers (NC)

Being a home manger is a great opportunity to live in a beautiful home in Asheville. Cindi and the other ladies at WNC Showhomes are very pleasant and professional. This service is ideal for home owners to keep their houses in pristine shape and to sell their homes quickly. I highly recommend WNC Showhomes for homeowners and for people looking to rent a luxurious house!

Matt Noesen (Laurel Hollow NY)

very personable thx

Ken Bortner - Rutherford Real Estate (Rutherfordton NC)

There were a couple of changes I requested after seeing the initial set up. Cindi and Stephanie took care of them right away and did so cheerfully. I would use this staging company on all of my future homes. Thanks for being so easy to work with!

Erica Peterson (Rancho Santa Fe CA)

Cindi was available 24/7 to answer all my questions and concerns. She also was able to immediately send me any additional information or amended documents. Her service is exemplary and I would use her again.

Laura Moye (NC)

Under Contract in a day after staging my North Asheville listing. Thank You!

Walter Frankhauser (Rockbridge Baths VA)

Very professional. Extremely creative. Went the extra mile.

Martin Luna (NC)

Very quick, dependable and professional. House looks wonderful! Thank you!

Chuck Welsh (Blacksburg VA)

Very excited about the way Showhomes worked with us. While we originally made a mistake with our choice of Realtor, which meant our home did not sell for quite some time, Showhomes stood by us, helped us with costs, and made sure the house was always in good shape to sell. All we can add is thanks.

James West (Hendersonville NC)

You were a great help in selling our home. Very professional! Thanks !!!!

Judy Warren (NC)

As always, the home showed beautifully and went under contract soon after the staging was completed!

Bob Zimmerman (Hendersonville NC)

You are the buffer between the agent and the client when making staging reccomdations. We work together as a team to help the client net more money. Mary Sitton Mary Sitton Real Estate Team

Walter Frankhauser (Rockbridge Baths VA)

Responsiveness to owner's needs. Very thorough. Good taste in staging. Very friendly and professional.

Walter Frankhauser (Rockbridge Baths VA)

Very thorough and stylishly done. Very responsive to homeowner's needs as well.

Sidney Fisher (Asheville NC)

You were wonderful at helping to define our personal style and using that to find furnishings that were appropriate to our home and our lives.

Janet Whitworth (NC)

Excellent at working with clients to make their home beautiful! Hard-working, responsive and talented, I recommend Showhomes of WNC to all my sellers wanting to have their home in perfect market condition. They sell quicker and for more money when these ladies have worked their magic.

James West (Hendersonville NC)

We appreciate all your help!

Kayla Ovenall (NC)

Obviously I loved the staging. But what really has me sold is the communication. Showhomes communicated well with both the sellers and me and in many ways made my job easier as a listing agent. They organized and fully executed an agent open house that was fabulous. Very impressed with these guys.

Scott Browne (NC)

Great service. Cool staging design. Good company.

Matt Holloway (Mills River NC)

Our experience with Showhomes was great. I have to admit we were a little apprehensive in the beginning but with multiple phone conversations with Cindy and Sharon are minds were at ease (sort of). Once the day came and the stage was set were we very impressed with the outcome. Now our concerns were totally at eased. Great experience, enjoyed everyone, thank you for your hard work . Matt and Sue

Betty Rosenbusch (Hendersonville NC)

Having met Cindi and Sharon when we enlisted Showhomes' services to stage a home our real estate team had listed for almost a year (which, after staging, sold within the first week!), we had seen firsthand just how effective teaming with Showhomes could be. Therefore, when it came to selling our own home, there was never a second thought. Cindi and Sharon's collaborative approach coupled with their staging expertise provided the perfect recipe for success. Through the entire process, there was great communication, a group of skilled and able craftspeople for any work that needed to be done including an amazing photographer, as well as timely scheduling and execution. As we all know, selling our own home can be one of the most emotional and stressful experiences we ever go through. Working with Sharon and Cindi truly helped ease us through the process. We were able to sell our home within the first day it was listed! Needless to say, we highly recommend Showhomes to anyone truly motivated to sell their home.

Sally Benfer (Asheville NC)

Yall make a house look perfect

Dosia Smith (Black Mountain NC)

ShowHomes did exactly what we asked for in a professional manner.

Richard Moore (Hot Springs NC)

There to help you !!! . All were professionals all helped sell my home!! . All worked with me and I know that it sold faster

Karen Woodard (NC)

Houses show so much better and floor plans make sense. My most recent client used a home manager. The yard always looked well maintained, the house was always spotless, the house smelled fresh and all showing requests accepted.

Sally Sutton-Hilton (Fletcher NC)

I like that you come to my home for a consultation. I like your selection of furniture and the way you made the home look beautiful. Very professional work and I am very pleased.

Jamie Roper (Asheville NC)

Talented, professional and gracious, plus Showhomes is the reason my condo sold quickly.

Alyssa Augustine (NC)

You have a beautiful eye for design and how to put furniture in a home to showcase the ideal use of the space.

Kathy Watkins (NC)

Everything!! Cyndi and Sharon were always on top of things and kept the sellers happy during the short time we had the house on the market after their staging.

Ilona Kenrick (NC)

As far as I'm concerned there is no one else as good as they are. USE THEM

Richard Moore (Hot Springs NC)

great job, on time,all smiling faces and all worked together

Marie Reed (NC)

Friendly staff and the homes look great when you are done

Casey & Bob Braddock (Chattanooga NC)

I thought the condo looked great when the staging was complete. We were able to get it staged quickly. We had a narrow window to work in to remove the furniture when it was under contract and that worked out well.

Ilona Kenrick (NC)

The service is always over the top and my homes sell quickly and for more money. I have used this company for condos under $100K and homes in the 1/2 million and more. They treat everything property like a castle. They are very simply the best !!

Alpha Investments LLC (Flat Rock NC)

Showhomes did an amazing job staging my listing. It without a doubt caused the property to sell faster and for more money.

Jamie Roper (Asheville NC)

First off, the representatives Sharon and Cindi, were wonderful. They presented me a quote immediately and walked me through the procedure. My home looks fabulous and it is a testament to their taste, qualify of furnishings and added touches. They are meticulous and I would definitely recommend their service to anyone interested in selling their house..

Francois Marcel Lauture (Hendersonville NC)

You were very patient with all our questions when staging was needed to sell my father's home. It was an expense we hadn't counted on but in the end worth every penny. You followed through with temporary staging when a manager couldn't be found. You worked closely with the realtor to market the home. Your firm is friendly and professional.

Susan Duncan (Asheville NC)

Sharon and Cynthia delivered on everything they said they would do! My home sold within 48 hours of it being staged!

Karen Woodard (NC)

Staging makes such a difference to how a buyer views a house. Staged homes tend to look more like new or model homes and take the guess work out of how to arrange a room. Just as importantly, Sharon and Cindi are able to broach subjects that listing agents may have found difficult to discuss with home owners.

Harry Adams (Wolf Laurel-Mars Hill NC)

Personalized, individualized. Always available when I had questions. Staging was carried out in a very tasteful manner. Sharon and Cindi were delightful to work with and I would recommend Showhomes Western North Caroina to anyone who is selling their residence and needs excellent and professional staging.

Art Redden (TN)

Showhomes Home Staging did a fantastic job staging a home that I had recently listed and I believe that the staging played a big role in the sale of the home. I plan on using their services in the future to help drive sales and would recommend their services to home owners and realtors.

Broker-in-Charge/Owner, Exit Realty Vistas (Skyland NC)

Sharon and Cindi did an exceptional job staging my home. Very professional.

Homeowner, Downtown Asheville Condo (Concord MA)

They are professional, friendly and talented

Beverly-Hanks & Associates (Asheville NC)

It has helped me sell two homes!! The use of existing furnishings, when possible, is so appreciated. It's great to have "experts" tell sellers what they need to hear from someone other than the Realtor. Great Cooks! Kind and considerate service.....Excellent!

Hilary Wood (Ocala FL)

Professional and quick with replies to questions. Excellent service.

Pete Perez (Candler NC)

Great service good follow through setting up our house for sale was done in a very appealing way.

Ilona Kenrick (NC)

They are simply the very best at what they do

Mike Figura (NC)

Your staging is great and helps me sell homes!

Cindy Chase (Lotus CA)

Professional, competent, good guidance, friendly

Kenmure Resident (Flat Rock NC)

Professional business people with an excellent eye for color and timeless style. Responsive and creative. Flexible and hard working. Results oriented. It was refreshing to work with this team, especially in this market. We sold our house quickly after hiring them and wish we had done so 2+ years earlier while our house languished on the market.

Susan Barnes (NC)

The property shows beautifully every time and there is always someone there to report any issues that may need to be addressed.

Harry Adams (NC)

Very personalized and individual. Showhomes services fit my needs.

Sharon Duncan (NC)

Professionalism, attention to detail, proven results.

Russ and Molly Paine (Fairview NC)

Cindi and Sharon, Molly and I wanted to share with you a quick note describing our experience with Showhomes. First we wanted you to know how much we appreciated the incredible job you did in staging our home. Having a high end, quality home for sale, without any furnishing, or someone we trusted to live there in our absence was of great concern to us. Your program put us at ease. Our home was decorated quickly and expertly. It was clear that you took great pride in the selection of what furniture, paintings, lamps etc. you brought into the house. The staging transformation was unbelievable. Our home went from being a lovely, yet empty home, to being a home someone could see themselves wanting to live in. The rooms were so beautiful and you created a space where prospective buyers wanted to stay and enjoy the home. Equally as valuable to us was our decision to put a Home Manager into our house. We were now living in Connecticut, and didn’t have anyone to watch our home in the interim. The Home Manager program was the solution. They were exceptionally professional and were obviously held to high standards. I stopped in twice and found the house and grounds in impeccable shape. This was exactly what we were expecting and need to have in order for our home to sell. I know that selecting Showhomes helped to bring out our homes true value to buyers in our area. Thank you for your excellent work and commitment. You were both a pleasure to work with and exceed our expectations on every level. Sincerely, Russ and Molly Paine

Battery Park (Asheville NC)

Quick - found furnishings exactly as needed within a week! Arranged delivery, setup, everything. Stayed in contact by text and email for approval of items big and small. Beautiful results.

Dianne Blankenship (Leicester NC)

Professionalism, skill, courtesy

Dianne Blankenship (Leicester NC)

Professionalism, attention to detail, courteous,knowledgeable.

Lisa & Howard (Woody) Paul (Hendersonville NC)

I liked having your House Manager living in my house while it was on the market. Not only did it give a wonderful first impression for potential customers; it provided someone to look after the house and report any problem areas.

KB Properties (Asheville NC)

The professional and courteous nature of the representatives in the area. Your service is really great for those vacant homes, it helps them to get sold quicker and for more money. Everything is handled with my sellers in truly honest and sincere manner which I believe my sellers appreciate in today's world. Kathleen Blanchette KB Properties

Elizabeth Peck (TN)

Professional, trustworthy, and a Christian administered business.

Molly McNichols (TN)

The professionalism and incredible service of the Showhomes staff!!!

Pete Perez (NC)

Great service and follow up. Furniture picked for the house very tastefully done. I know it made a big difference in selling our home.

Karina Dionne (NC)

The friendly detailed service

Kathy Motes (NC)

Everyone is so nice. Made things a lot easier.

Pamela Harris (NC)

The homes I have been privileged to say in have been lovely. The Showhomes Team keeps me well informed of all upcoming showings in the home via text message or quick phone call. The homes are easy to maintain for showing and it takes little time to prepare. Showhomes is a very well run operation that I am proud to participate in and thrilled that I was ask to join the organization. Pamela Harris

Allan and Fran Fedor (Asheville NC)

Having the house manager gave us peace of mind, knowing we didn't have to keep checking on the house--or cleaning it! The whole process from staging the house and finding the house manager to destaging and having the house ready to close was all handled very professionally.

Keller Williams (NC)

We loved that we can work in combination with your company to get houses staged and managed in order to sell homes quickly! Thanks for all your help! We are a great combination!

Robert Beu (Ooltewah TN)

Skilled staging. Good recommendations for up grades. Very cooperative and works smoothly with real estate agents.

JAG Construction (Asheville NC)

Very personable, easy to work with and shared the same vision of our home as we had.

KB Properties (NC)

It is a very professional service run by those who truly are interested in my sellers behalf. They are honest, trustworthy people that I know will get the job done and done right. I highly recommend them to my sellers.

Beverly-Hanks & Associates (NC)

Showhomes offers supreme value and services, and were instrumental in the success of my sellers and I achieving a recent closing, and at 99% of the asking price. The sellers wisely took advantage of their expertise and professionalism in staging the home, as well as their design and decorating tips in choosing new lighting, fixtures, carpeting and paint colors.

Homeowner, Weaverville (Weaverville NC)

Greatly improved the appearance/marketability of our home

Beverly-Hanks & Associates (Fletcher NC)

The results we get! Two homes sold quicker due to your professional staging & home management services! Thanks for your great work! Sincerely, Christie Melear Beverly-Hanks & Associates

KB Properties - Asheville, NC (NC)

The services are excellent! I have used Showhomes on several occassions and on each situation, the people of Showhomes conducted themselves extremely professional and accomodating to both the seller and myself. All the homes that have been staged have sold and also in a timely manner. I have used the services of a fully staged home and restaging using the seller's furniture and both were very successful. I would highly recommend them to any seller that wishes to sell their home quickly and for the highest price.

Asheville, NC (NC)

The Home Manager program, although trying at times, is very beneficial when you are new to an area - thank you Cindi and Showhomes for making such a difference in our move to Asheville.

Beverly-Hanks & Associates (Arden NC)

Gives the client a turn-key solution to having their residence be pleasing and appealing to them as well as sellers wanting to put their best foot forward during the selling process.

Ilona Kenrick (NC)

The fact that you listen, hear and incorporate. You do not tell us what we want to hear but use your expertise to bring the deal to a great end, the sale is made at a great price and all are happy.

Exit Realty Vistas (Arden NC)

The fact that you listen, hear and incorporate. You do not tell us what we want to hear but use your expertise to bring the deal to a great end, the sale is made at a great price and all are happy.

Micheal Martinelli (Arden NC)

You staged the home wonderfully - Cindi and Sharon are very easy to work with.

Molly McNichols (NC)

Everything....professional, pleasant, reliable!!!

Linda Nunez (NC)

Attention to detail and personal service.

Robin Dampler (NC)

The flexibility of services and the high level of expertise of your team.

Beverly-Hanks & Associates (NC)

Very professional, consistent, and consciencious.

Homeowner and Broker (Arden NC)

Prompt, go the extra mile, very presentable home managers

Weaverville, NC (Weaverville NC)

Showhomes does what they say they will do, and when they say they will do it. Showhomes works smoothly and cooperatively with real estate agents.

Homemanager (Asheville NC)

I truly love being a home manager. Cindi and Sharon are simply amazing. So kind and caring and truly decorate and stage a beautiful home. Me and my girls are very proud to be a part of Showhomes of WNC!

Beverly-Hanks Hendersonville (Hendersonville NC)

Always willing to do their best with ANY situation. Highly supportive of the real estate professional and all the various jobs required to get a property sold. It is a pleasure to do business with the ShowHomes representatives. What they take on with the staging and even repairs allows me more time to market the property. Service, experience, optimistic attitude - sellers get more than they pay for when they hire ShowHomes.

Walnut Cove Realty, The Cliffs at Walnut Cove (NC)

Well done interiors and accessibility.

Facebook Like & Comment (Arden NC)

OMG all I can say is I was blown away by how amazing you staged my house. Anybody else who has liked this page do not think twice about calling Cindi or Sharon. Their work had me speechless which is hard for anybody to do to me. <3

Beverly-Hanks & Associates (Weaverville NC)

Wow! The home shows beautifully on line!  Thanks to you all for making this home sparkle and look better than new!

Sales Executive, Walnut Cove Realty (Arden NC)

We elected to wait until our new home was finished before aggressively marketing our existing home. Being in the real estate business ourselves, we had become familiar with ShowHomes through another home in our community who had retained them. Knowing that a furnished, occupied home would show better to prospective buyers, we decided to retain ShowHomes as our home manager in our home until it sold. Within 60 days of occupancy, we were able to ratify a sales contract on our home. From the first contact, Sharon and Cindi conducted every aspect of our relationship professionally and in a timely manner from move in to move out. The home was always show ready within 30 minutes of being notified creating a "no hassle" environment for agents to bring their clients. We were satisfied enough with our experience to immediately use ShowHomes again for an investment property we subsequently decided to put on the market with the full confidence our experience would be the same.

Cathy (NC)

Everything!

Asheville, NC (Asheville NC)

You guys are the best!!!!...why was I a hold out for your awesome services? I cannot say enough good things about the professionalism and success I have had with this company.

Realtor, DixonPacifica Real Estate (Asheville NC)

I have to admit you created a wow moment for me with staging because I remember when it was vacant. Great job, the furniture and accessories fit the house, and the lack of personal photographs, diplomas, etc. made for a nice showing. We agents try to get our clients to tone down the personal things, and you have helped me see how important that is.

Wowed in Asheville (Asheville NC)

"Showhomes was amazing! We were considering selling our home and were fortunate to have someone contact us who was interested in buying in our neighborhood. We contacted Showhomes to stage our house - with our existing furnishings - prior to the potential buyers previewing it. Sharon and Cindi de-cluttered our house of things that we would not have noticed since we were used to it looking a certain way. In addition, they rearranged existing items that we owned and added a few key items. When the potential buyers came to see our house, they made an offer and we came to an agreement for them to purchase it within 2 days. We believe that the WOW factor that Showhomes created helped us to sell our house so quickly. We would highly recommend Showhomes to others wanting to sell their house quickly." Tony and Gloria -Asheville, NC

Tina Excellent (Arden NC)

I am a Showhomes Home Manager and feel that I get a tremendous amount of support from Showhomes in Western NC. Wonderful people and a beautiful home.

Christie Melear, Broker, Beverly-Hanks & Associates (Asheville NC)

Hello Cindi & Sharon, We closed on the sale of 800 Cane Creek Road this week much to the owners delight! And mine too...! I must admit the seller was a little skeptical at first, but when she saw the difference that your presence & staging made in her vacant property, she became a believer. The property showed beautifully! And even more importantly, - went under contract within a few months of enlisting your services! (This was not a surprise to me, - that's why I recommended you & your services in the first place...) ; ) Your home managers were also a pleasure to work with! Please let them know we enjoyed working with them & wish them the best in their new location. They kept the home & the property in "show condition", - not always an easy task considering the acreage. They added beauty to an already beautiful property, with their colorful flowers and their generous spirit. This is the 2nd time that we have moved successfully together to a closing. Your going the "extra mile" really makes a difference, and I just want you know how much you and your work are appreciated. Thanks again & I'm looking forward to working with you again sometime soon! Sincerely, Christie Melear PS We also had a lot of great comments on your presentation & wonderful lunch at the Broker Open House! : )

El-Taarn, Tryon, NC (Tryon NC)

I am the co-owner of a very unique estate home, El Taarn in Tryon NC, that is now on the market. Due to estate settlement issues, most of the home's furnishings and artwork had to be sold. Believing that homes that are well decorated or staged generally sell faster and for more than ones that are empty, I contacted Cindi Stringer and Sharon Duncan of Showhomes of Western North Carolina (WNC). They did a fabulous job of staging our one-of-a-kind property. Unlike many stagers, they did not proffer "cookie cutter" proposals and standard style furnishings and accessories for staging the home. They recognized the uniqueness of our place and worked with the realtors, their art and architectural consultants, and us to develop an individualized solution to showcasing our estate. They searched many venues to find items that would be appropriate and believable in the home, and that were congruent with the architecture and history of the home. They created a total home solution by addressing garden space, entry and doorways, and interior spaces. They even negotiated a reciprocal deal with a talented artist to provide 14 works to be placed throughout the home, which would help the look not only for the video/photos, but for walk through clients as well. Realizing that we had already invested a substantial sum to prepare the home, they worked hard to have a budget friendly solution. They were very flexible in the business contract arrangement that we developed to satisfy our needs and keep a potentially long term carrying cost reduced to an acceptable amount. As needed they provided referrals to competent craftsmen to assist in the staging. These two ladies were an absolute joy to work with. They are warm, gracious, communicative, and responsive. Knowing that the film crew and photographers would be arriving soon to prepare market materials, they returned to the house the day before to make sure that everything was "just so." They even took advantage of the beautiful estate gardens and cut flowers and greenery and prepared numerous small arrangements placed throughout the many rooms. A fantastic touch that enhanced the photography work, and saved us money by limiting the amount of floral arrangements ordered to just a couple of large scale ones. If you want competent, personalized, and reasonably priced assistance in selling your home, I would highly recommend Cindi and Sharon of Showhomes WNC to anyone. George Tabb, Owner El-Taarn

Denise Lawless (Fletcher NC)

Very helpful and very professional.

Asheville Home Realty (Fletcher NC)

I had a listing sitting on the market for 6 months. Show homes staged it with a home manager and we had 3 offers in 3 weeks... the house was sold a month later. I will never be thankful enough! !! I had a month to sell the house or I would have lost the listing. It was unbelievable the difference in feedback I got from before and after staging.

Asheville Home Realty (NC)

I had a listing sitting on the market for 6 months. Show homes staged it with a home manager and we had 3 offers in 3 weeks... the house was sold a month later. I will never be thankful enough! !! I had a month to sell the house or I would have lost the listing. It was unbelievable the difference in feedback I got from before and after staging.

Lynn Wilson (Hurdle Mills NC)

Your furniture was just enough and just right to entice someone to ... stay awhile! And having such great property managers on site relieved us mightily. Thank you!

Carolina Mountain Sales (Asheville NC)

Sharon and Cindi – Thank you so much for hosting an incredible open house today. Your company never ceases to amaze me with your professionalism and follow through. As a listing broker, you make my job so easy and for the seller, you get results that more than pay for your fees…a win win for all! I will always try to engage you as the stagers for my vacant listings! The food was fabulous!! ;-)

Special Assets Analyst (Asheville NC)

Working with Showhomes to assist in marketing our properties has been a very rewarding experience. The service and communication is accommodating, efficient and friendly. Adding their service to our properties created an atmosphere that caught people’s eyes and gave them a sense of the property’s potential. In my experience of working with real estate often built to a certain taste, with an uncommon floor plan, or that have not been well-kept due to the financial hardships, properties sometimes need a facelift. Using Showhomes’ service can give an interested buyer a vision for the property. Due to the detail and attention brought in by Showhomes, we have just sold a property with a very strange layout. We are currently marketing a property with them that has been on the market for 2+ years, vacant. The interest and positive feedback from just the few showings we’ve had has already yielded contract discussions in days. We plan on continuing to use Showhomes’ services with our future properties and we highly recommend their service.

Lawrence & Sheri LeDuc (Weaverville NC)

Our time with Showhomes has been a God send. When our daughter received a generous scholarship at the University in Asheville, we were not prepared to make such a change of venue from Florida to North Carolina. Without knowing the area or knowing where not to live was a real concern for me and my wife. Showhomes really came through on helping us find the right house for the needs of our family. As a result, we have decided to make Asheville our permanent home. Thank you Cindi and Sharon at Showhomes for all your love and support and making us feel like family.

KB Properties - Asheville, NC (Asheville NC)

Dear Sharon and Cindi, Where can I begin to tell you how pleased that I am about your services? First of all, I love the fact that you give choices to my sellers regarding the different programs that you offer. There is something for everyone. Whether you have a vacant home or a small home or a multi-million dollar home, Showhomes can assist you in selling your home quicker and for a better price. Second, the degree of professionalism that both of you have shown with my sellers is unsurpassed by most service providers that I have seen. You attend to the details, you follow through with what you say you will do, and above everything else there is a sense of honesty & trustworthiness that is hard to find in today’s society. You work hard to affect the bottom line of my seller. Third, your overall program of Staging, Home Managers, Open Houses, Photo Shooting and countless other activities makes your service a complete package for both us Realtors and our Sellers. Thank you for providing a dynamite service to us Realtors, one in which, we actually can see the difference. Warmly……Kathleen Blanchette, KB Properties

Happy Homeowner (Asheville NC)

Dear Sharon and Cindi, Just wanted to thank you for all your work on the sale of our home. Our house had been on the market off and on for five years. After your staging of our empty house, we were pleased with the comments by different Realtors on how much better the house looked. It had a wonderful warm appearance and was more appealing to their clients. After staging we had an offer in just three months and was sold the next month. We really appreciate everything you did to help us sell. It was a joy to work with you both and we wish you Good Luck in the future. Thanks again, Dick and Dianne Harper, Homeowners

Owner Occupied Listing (Arden NC)

Sharon and Cindi did an amazing work transforming our busy and cluttered home into a showplace. They were able to use our existing furnishings in new ways to enhance the features of our home, requiring only a small budget to add the finishing touches. Showhomes presented our home to appeal to more potential buyers while remaining very liveable for our large family. Thanks so much for working with me on the presentation of our home.

Kent Smith, Broker-in-Charge, Walnut Cove Realty (Arden NC)

Kent Smith, Broker-in-Charge/Owner of Walnut Cove Realty conveys the benefits of using Showhomes Home Staging and his personal experience in The Cliffs Community in Arden, NC.

Reynolds Trull (Asheville NC)

Hi Cindi, Here's my testimonial you can put on your website: "I highly recommend Showhomes. Staging works and their unique system lets the homeowner postpone the fee until the home sells. This approach takes away the dread of paying four hundred dollars a month or more to rent furniture for an unknown period of time. And the furniture you rent might not be right for your house. Showhomes correctly matches up the furniture your house needs to turn it from a dead weight to having a SOLD sign. You can now have a partner that is motivated to get the house sold as fast as you are and that creates a win-win process."

Valerie & John Thomas (Asheville NC)

Showhomes was great to work with. Cindi Stringer took care of everything -- including working out the details with the condo association -- which was wonderful since we live out of state. Everything was handled very professionally. Feedback from the showings was that the unit showed like a model home. We had an offer about a month after the home manager moved in and for a price very close to our asking price. We couldn’t be happier! ~ Valerie & John Thomas

Ken Costanzo, President, Executive Solutions (Asheville NC)

I was faced with multiple concerns in selling a million dollar+ vacant home on one of the most attractive lots, in one of the most beautiful and well-known master planned communities in North Carolina. This was the good news. The bad news was I could not get anyone interested in a home that was without furniture. After much frustration, I took a chance with Cindi Stringer of Showhomes of Western NC. Cindi completely furnished and staged the home from top to bottom with quality furniture and accessories. The home became warm and inviting and most importantly showed very well. The home sold as a direct result of my decision to hire Cindi and Showhomes. I am certain that had I not worked with Cindi and Showhomes that my home would still be sitting on the market just inviting another low ball offer from someone seeking the deal of a lifetime. Making a decision on staging your home is one thing but hiring the right company to support your efforts is quite another! I can wholeheartedly recommend Cindi and Showhomes and would be pleased to answer any questions you may have on their services.

Pat Allen Realty (Highlands NC)

I highly commend Cindi Stringer and Showhomes of Western NC for doing a wonderful job and selling one of my properties. it had been for sale for several years and Cindi found just the right people with just the right furnishings. With her help the house was under contract within 3 months. i highly recommend Cindi Stringer and Showhomes to all Brokers who need help in selling their properties.

Suzann Mosley (Franklin NC)

My experience with Cindi Stringer and Showhomes of Western NC has been excellent. Cindi was very professional and took care of everything so I didn't have to do anything at all. The property managers were wonderful as well. I wish I had known about this program years ago because my home was on the market for almost 5 years and sold within 2 months of being staged.

Kyle Olinger, Walnut Cove Realty (Asheville NC)

All the guys here are really enjoying having Showhomes in Ken's home. All the recent showings have been completely seamless and the home is showing very well. So keep doing what you're doing. It's working.

Staging Assistants

Showrooms Western NC is looking for talented people to assist with staging our homes. If you have a flare for decorating or have an interior design background and love to express that creative side of yourself, you may be a perfect fit for our Staging Team. You will be used on a contractual basis and can work around your schedule.

Contact:
Cindi Stringer
cstringer@showhomes.com
828-421-2599