Asheville is a lively, walkable mountain city with a booming craft‑beer and farm‑to‑table dining scene, nonstop live music, galleries and festivals, and immediate access to hiking, mountain biking and river recreation—perfect for travel therapists who want stimulating off‑hours, plenty of short‑term rentals and coworking, and a friendly, energized place to spend multiple weeks.
Nearby options for weekend variety include Hendersonville (≈22 miles) and Greenville, SC (≈65 miles), both with extra dining, cultural venues and weekend travel options.