The host was fantastic. She had a nice spread of food for the fourth, had coffee and snacks for…read morebreakfast . This was a nice and secluded in the mtns. Nice sized rooms , comfy bed, a full refrigerator in the bedroom and microwave access. Could not ask for a nice relaxing place! Kudos to the Host!

We had a great week and the hospitality was unmatched. The rustic setting was most relaxing. The…read morehome theater was located in the lower part of the house and did not distract from the adult's peace while the kids took in a movie. Complementary wireless was available for the Yelp updates :). And the fresh breakfast every morning was highlighted by the fresh backed biscuits. The only thing keeping me from putting five stars was the bathrooms. We had the upstairs rooms and the bathrooms while tastefully done with modern amenities, were small. In fact, I would have a hard time telling which had more space; these bathrooms or those on the Embraer regional plane. For both, I cracked my head on the door when trying to mount the throne. The location here is grand... maybe 20 minutes to the Casino and Indian village. Perhaps a little longer to the Blueridge parkway. And just a few moments from the quaint part of Dillsboro. This one is a definite try again when we venture this way next.

The rooms were beautiful!…read more If you're looking to get away in the fall to see the leaves change color, this is the place. If you love wonderful sights and shopping, this is the place for you. The staff was very friendly, and kept our rooms spotless, and the owners were more than hospitable; and we felt like we were family just visiting from out of town. Mike W

I hate to admit it but cute, restored mansions are a weakness of mine. They're just so quaint and…read morehomey! One of the rooms had a sink built into an antique wall cabinet. Adorable! So, this little fetish of mine made it all the more hilarious that, along with a group of wedding-goers, we sold the place out for a weekend and proceeded to pretty much trash the place. I'd like to say I still have the party in me but alas I fell asleep to the sounds of drunkies out my window and Young MC on the ipod at only a little after midnight. All the folks that work/own this establishment are so friendly and warm that even this midwesterner was shocked and surprised by their kindness. This place could not get a better recommendation in my book.

This is definitely a First Class B&B. The accommodations and service are top notch, provided by the…read morenicest, most hard-working owner ever. The scenic views cannot be beat. Just outstanding all around. Highly recommend.

I spent the night here with a friend prior to hiking a section of the Appalachian Trail in the…read moreSmoky Mountains. Beautiful setting, very nicely appointed rooms, delicious food and a gracious, welcoming host. I wouldn't change a thing.

I have to admit I was skeptical based on the internet only and some photos, but we were pleasantly…read moresurprised with an updated room with a hot shower & good pressure and a comfortable bed. There was a fire pit available but we did not start a fire. When the morning came, we were even more pleasantly surprised when they offered to cook us bacon-and-eggs, fruit, cereals AND homemade blueberry muffins that were amazing. They also went above and beyond by cooking eggs and bacon for our dog. The staff was very friendly and showed us around the property and made sure we were happy with our stay. We highly recommend giving them a try. You will not be disappointed.

Trip from Sapphire -- Cashiers -- Highlands over a long weekend ... the Brook Trout Inn was our…read morefirst accommodation along the way, and we couldn't have asked for more. (We'd never been to this area of NC so didn't quite know what to expect.) This place is directly off the main drag, and is run by a husband and wife with a small team to assist. Julie (the owner) was as sweet as pie, and each morning greeted us in the dining area, offering to prepare our bacon and eggs in any style. This was probably the best aspect of our stay. She was happy to talk with us endlessly, and quick to make an outline of all thing things we could do during our stay. The continental breakfast area was always available for guest use, we really loved that; we played hours of Uno there of an evening. The rooms, while small, are efficient and most importantly of all--*so* clean. We stayed in one of the "round house" buildings (I think there are only 2?) on the second level. Our deck was shared by the neighboring room, with whom we enjoyed chatting one evening on said deck. Our room was equipped with a mini-fridge. Soaps, towels, toilet paper, and everything you would expect in a standard hotel were provided. The walls are thin enough to hear our neighbors, however everyone seemed to be respectful, so it didn't bother us too much (there was a cute barky dog next to us, but her cuteness exceeded her barkiness). A note about the rooms being small - there are common spaces all around the property aplenty. So the room size didn't matter too much to us because our time spent there was basically for sleeping / showering. The main building, as already mentioned, has a great room / parlor area with fireplace for hanging out. There are chairs on the front porch, and even an outdoor firepit with a view of the neighboring mountain ridge (which we did not use). The size of the room was outdone by all of these added amenities, and there felt like a sense of community there. Do not let room size deter you from a stay. The property is close enough to the main road that you can hear traffic, but the noise was tolerable, and it was not constant. This did not bother us, and would not deter us from another stay here, ever. I fail to understand any review which is four stars or less, people will complain about everything. The accommodations were priced just right ... we stayed in high-season (July) and were quite pleased by what we paid. The Brook Trout Inn exceeded our expectations in every way. Go hike Gorges State Park! Then go to Whitewater Falls, during your stay!

We stayed at the Hinton Center and had a fantastic time. This is a beautiful and peaceful retreat…read morenestled amongst Lake Chatuga and the beautiful and colorful NC/North GA Mountains. We stayed in the cottage house by the Lake and enjoyed the canoeing and swimming in the lake and just sitting rocking in the rocking chairs on the front porch. The dining area had delicious and healthy food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This is a perfect place for couples, families, friends, or just going yourself retreat.

Wonderful retreat center with cafeteria style dining and gift shop. The accommodations are perfect…read morefor a large group. We stayed in the Johnson Retreat house. The bedrooms are each equipped with their own bathrooms. The retreat houses are complete with large meeting area, eat in kitchen, and laundry area. I went to the Hinton Center for a Marriage Encounter retreat and was very impressed with the accommodations. I think the Hinton Center will be a perfect venue for a family reunion. The location is beautiful with long views of the mountains and lake. The rocking chair porches are restful and perfect for contemplation. It is conveniently located near town for those short trips to the grocery, shopping, or vacation exploring. We'll be back.

My parents and my niece and nephew had a lovely weekend stay in Miss Rebecca's Cottage at the…read moreColonial Pines Inn. The cottage on it's own was lovely and it had even been decorated for Christmas! Donna was fabulous in helping set up this weekend get away for my parents, and they had a marvelous time. 5 stars!

My husband and I just made our 3rd trip to the Colonial Pines Inn, and love it more every time!…read more The inn is charming & cozy, and very convenient to town. It is quiet, with a lovely wrap around porch with swings to relax, read or just look at the beautiful views. Many pretty birds around - encouraged by several bird feeders. The rooms are so comfortable and private. Donna & Chris are such magnificent innkeepers - they are very helpful with local attractions and what's happening at the moment. But this review would simply be incomplete without a rave review for Donna's most delicious breakfasts that she serves daily. Yummy! That's about the best word I can use to describe the variety and quality. She also puts out homemade goodies each afternoon, it's such a treat! Thank you, Donna & Chris, we can't wait to come back!!!

Our stay at the Chalet Inn was amazing, we had an incredible time in an incredible setting…read more Inspired by German pension, the Chalet Inn captures the tradition setting and setup perfectly. In fact, if you were just magically dropped here, you'd never know that you were in North Carolina instead of Germany. Both the chalet itself, and the surrounding grounds and well maintained. The surrounding grounds are themselves quite noteworthy. There are tons of things on offer, from short hiking trails (complete with strategically placed romantic benches), badminton, croquet, and a wood firepit with a propane starter (no need to build a fire yourself). George was a perfect host, welcoming us and providing tips and directions in the area. He was a great source of information, whether you plan to visit the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or explore other parts of the surrounding area. He was also always eager to make sure that his hospitality was unobtrusive, and made sure that we felt at home and that we had our privacy. His thoughtfulness extended to the little things, like starting a fire in the fireplace in the common areas in the morning and evening to take off any fall chill. And add to the overall atmosphere. Our room was also great, with a larger balcony where we were able to sit and enjoy some wine from the Stube (an honor- system store located on the premise) while we sat at enjoyed the stars. Our experience staying here was great and I'd recommend it to anybody!

So I'll start by saying I stayed here four years ago and had an amazing experience. If I had left…read moreit at that, I would probably giving this place 5 stars. Seems like things have gone wayyyyyyyyy downhill since then. I emailed the first week of July asking for an October reservation of the same room I stayed in originally because I enjoyed it so much. I waited two weeks and did not receive a reply (it says on the submission form you are supposed to get a response within 24 hours), so I called back to ask about the reservation I requested. The person who answered found my form submission and told me they are currently having "staffing issues", so they were not sure if they were going to be able to accommodate my stay. However, he collected some additional information from me, including the fact that I have an infant daughter, and told me to call back in a week when they should know if they will have the staff to support in October. Another week goes by and I call back, only to receive a similar response - "we'll know in another week, but assuming we have staff in October, you are penciled in for [the room] you requested". I call back again the next and still, receive essentially the same information. However, this time the guy tells me that they should definitely know in another week and they will call me back to know. He verifies the information I had submitted, including the fact that I have an infant daughter. It is now 1.5 months since I requested my original reservation, and I had still had not received a call back. I call back (again) and am FINALLY told that I can go ahead and square away my reservation. The guy starts asking for details including how many people will be with me, as if this shouldn't already be in their previous notes. As soon as I mention I have an infant daughter, the guy tells me that they only allow kids 12+ and he's "afraid that that isn't going to work". What. a. load. of. crap. Thank goodness I am not looking to reserve a place for Columbus Day weekend in October because I would probably be out of luck. This place has become less a Bed & Breakfast and more of a Bed & B.S!

My rating for our stay at The Wells is ***…read more This was an old-school type of motel with ground level rooms in one long building. I was immediately taken by a feeling of discomfort as we entered the room, I didn't know why. But when I saw how small & cramped of a space it was, I assumed it was this discomfort of being crowded. The king bed occupied most of the small room and we had to be careful to get around the bed corners. The bathroom had a rectangular shaped sink and a nice shower. A small refrigerator was available. The bed had a tall wooden frame around it to make me wonder what purpose it served. We had reserved for two nights. The brewery next door proved to be wonderful. Great craft beer and delicious sandwiches. The Wells had a nice trail though its slightly wooded grounds that was lit with cute tiny lights at night. A stream runs through part of the grounds with a nice gazebo to sit and take in all the wonder of this nicely staged property. It was unique. The first morning I noticed the bathroom sink was not draining well as I washed up. I also noticed a slightly brown tint showing on a bath mat on the floor next to the toilet. I went for a walk on the grounds as my husband took a shower. When I returned to the room, my husband said the shower did not drain. As I looked at the shower, I noticed a definite brown color to the undrained water in the shower. By now, it was clear to me the sewer was backing up into the room. We immediately called the proprietor to report what was happening. I started packing my belongings and told my husband I did not want to stay here. I had not taken my shower, nor did I want to at this point! Other people were seen in the parking lot loading up to leave. They were victims of this event too. The proprietor stated she would be giving us a refund. This was an isolated occurrence for sure, but one I will never forget! This event happened in Fall of 2024. I hope The Wells has insured it will never happen again.

Absolutely loved our stay at Wells. We stayed at the cottage on Lance road. The hotel and cottage…read moreare located in the center of town so easy to walk to shopping, activities and dining. The cottage was well appointed, warm, cozy and had all the amenities needed. Love the local farmers market and the quaint feel of entire town. Hotel offered contactless check in and checkout but managed to make ys still feel very well looked after. Look forward to returning.