The Innkeeper is wonderful, the rooms are very tastefully done. The breakfasts are perfect, the…read morefireplaces are cozy. A whole lot to like here. really nice to see an innkeeper at the top of her game-will definitely return.

This is a wonderful bed and breakfast that I highly recommend to anyone going to the…read moreHendersonville, North Carolina area. It was such a great experience that I would recommend traveling to Hendersonville just to stay at the Elizabeth Leigh and eat at the restaurants on Main St. It's a very relaxing and classy small town. Main St. is a short 10 minute walk from the inn. When I walked into the inn, I was blown away by the elegant antique decor. The pictures online just don't do it justice. I stayed in the Blue Room. It had a large comfortable bed, two chairs, loveseat, wardrobe, and a few other various decor items. All the colors and patterns went together flawlessly. The bathroom was incredible. It had gold and white accents, but still went really well with the blue theme. There were plenty of fresh high quality thick white towels neatly rolled in a basket. The shower had an adjustable head. Water stayed warm the whole time despite showering at the same time as other guests. Breakfast was southern, filling, elegantly served, and tasted amazing. The first breakfast was eggs, bacon, and thick French toast. The next was a cream cheese, berries, and French toast casserole or 'hot dish' depending on where you're from. There was complimentary bottled water, wine, ice cream, homemade white chocolate macadamia cookies, homemade pound cake (which was wonderful), and beer. Now possibly the most enjoyable part, the rest of the property. The inn has a wraparound porch with big white rocking chairs that overlook the yard and the little street in front of the house. The backyard has a fountain, swing in front of a little waterfall pond, and corner area with seating. There are multiple places to have private conversations with your loved one(s). If you get the opportunity, getting to know the owner Cindy and her husband Mike will be the best part of your stay. The inn is an expression of Cindy and her dream to give guests a relaxing, but high quality environment to experience genuine southern hospitality in the gorgeous mountains of western North Carolina.

We wanted to visit Western North Carolina and spend money to support businesses several months…read moreafter Hurricane Helene devastated the area. We booked online and selected a room on the first floor off the porch/patio. We arrived later than expected on a Friday but they were still offering wine, beer and snacks. It's an older building, but we actually prefer that to big, sterile hotels. Sleep quality was good although since you are on the far side of Main Street, you might hear traffic at night. For breakfast we were given vouchers to a nearby eatery which was quite good. One evening we also enjoyed sipping hot tea on the porch. Location is great to stroll into the downtown area. After we left, I noticed I forgot my rain jacket in the closet, so we called them up and they tracked it down and mailed it to us, charging the card we had on file.

We decided to splurge a bit for this extraordinary inn. and we were generally pleased with our…read moredecision. We got in late on Thursday evening, and just squeaked in before the managers retired for the night. They had a lot of information we needed, so were very happy. The place was, as advertised, the very essence of Southern elegance. The giant front porch with rocking chairs gave us the message Only drawback was the room itself, with no closets and a shower that had hot or cold water, but nothing much in between. That said, the bed was comfortable, and the tv had the full suite of cable channels - something we used to take for granted, but in the AirBNB era we've seen a lot of LeftoversTV. The real magic here is each morning's breakfast - totally gourmet dining here each day - especially the quiche on Sunday. The couple running things were delightful, and great ambassadors for their booming town. Highly recommended.

Maybe my expectations for good hospitality are a bit high, but a reservation for this price left me…read morepretty disappointed. We booked the Silverbell Tree room directly through the Waverly, totaling $595 for two nights. The Waverly charged an additional $17.99 for a booking fee. Unbeknownst to us, there is evidently a "late check-in fee" of $42.70 for checking in after 8 pm. (Our first time EVER to be charged for a late check-in.). We couldn't find record or notification of this charge anywhere, however. Trying to keep a long review short; $655 total for two nights in a semi-clean room that didn't include refreshment of bath towels/cloths or any housekeeping after night one was a bit disappointing. The claw foot bath tub is ok, but feels less than clean. (Showering is kind of gross since the curtains don't leave much room to keep your own rear end off of them, let alone whoever's rear was rubbing on them before.). The bed was great. The breakfast was ok. The coffee was ok. Overall the experience was sub-par compared to other historical venues that have accommodated us. I hope you have better luck than we did or look elsewhere.

Highest marks in all categories! Warm, friendly atmosphere. Reasonably priced. Owners and staff…read morewere extremely nice and helpful. Service was impeccable. Nice to have choices for breakfast (banana puddin' French toast was scrumptious and eggs were cooked to perfection!) Afternoon wine and cheese hour was great opportunity mix and mingle with some really nice folks. Creamy pimento cheese was yummy, fruit was fresh, and nice selection of beverages (wine, beer, and soft drinks). Look forward to coming back again.

October 4-6, 2024 We…read morecame to this Inn as it is owned and operated by my friend and former work colleague Michael Gilligan and his lovely wife Jeanne. It was an easy as well as beautiful drive here from our home. Once we reached Downtown it was a block off the Main Street. Parking was free and located in the rear of the property. Luckily on the Friday evening we arrived we were able to get dinner at Harvey's which is onsite as well. The drinks and dinner was superb. Look for separate review on the Restaurant. After dinner we walked downtown to stretch our legs after being in the car as well as get an after dinner drink. Back at the Henderson as we got ready for bed hubby exclaimed how comfortable the bed was as well as everything about the Henderson. The next morning we went down to breakfast. Note it is included with your stay. We thought continental breakfast but this was a freshly prepared meal. Well I was still full from our dinner so I had some toast and tea. Hubby had the crepes and he loved them. After breakfast we enjoyed just taking in the place and sitting on the rocking chairs on the porch. Later we did leave and checked out the local sites Jump Off Rock with beautiful views and hiking trails. As well as miniature golf across from the high school. We did catch a nice nap before dinner as well as checked out the bees located on the roof on the second floor. Note you can buy the honey to take home with you. After another wonderful meal at Harvey's at the Henderson we were ready for bed. The next day a different menu for breakfast, we were sad to be going. It was a wonderful restful and peaceful stay. We hope to come back soon. Best weekend away and we felt right at home.

We stayed here through FEMA after Hurricane Helene. Michael, Jeannine, and all the people we met at…read morethe Henderson Inn were so kind and welcoming. The inn immediately feels warm and inviting, with a cozy fireplace at the entrance and thoughtful nods to classic cinema with Alfred Hitchcock-inspired decor. Hollywood movies constantly played at the bar adding a nostalgic touch. The food we had was excellent and there is tea and refreshments on each floor. The inn is a Historic Building and be prepared that the rooms can be a bit chilly this time of year in the mountains, be sure to pack warm. We're so grateful for the kindness we experienced during such a difficult time and deeply appreciate all the generosity and care we received. Staying at the Henderson Inn was a memorable experience that we will always cherish. Thank you!

This is where you want to stay if you're coming to Hendersonville. My family has been coming to…read moreHendersonville since 1968 for our family reunion, and the Echo has been a part. This year was different (and even better). The staff is there for you 100%. After hours, they have an on-call employee to help with whatever needs you have. During business hours, they ensure you're having the most comfortable and relaxed stay nestled deep in the Blue Ridge. You've got unique rooms, comfort at every turn, vintage looks & feels, a NEXT LEVEL breakfast buffet, and about one metric ton of rocking chairs, porches, fire pits, and everything else to stage your mountain vista viewing and mountain air consuming. We loved it so much we went ahead and booked next year's reunion on the spot. You're not gonna find a better place for comfort, kindness, and peace.

Looks charming but is mediocre (I am being nice). The room…read morewas not clean. Mildew in the bathroom tile, hair, etc. the heat was full on when I entered. No instructions on how to regulate. The baseboard heater was held together with DUCT tape. The refrigerator in the room vibrated so strongly that it shook the bed. Had to unplug it. No light in the deep closet. Too much work for a holiday.

My wife and I went to Highland Lake Reaort this weekend. We had a great time. We got to stay in…read moreone of the "cabins" which is our favorite. The Main House accommodations are good but it is kinda nostalgic in the cabins. We had one of the Front Deak Staff - Joe - really help us out. We were no able to stay on our first reservation because of a sleet storm. Joe was very helpful in getting us set back up for a new reservation. I had several calls and emails from him about special events - one was an art and craft event. Joe was very welcoming when we arrived and was able to give us wedding ceremony info for our Son's upcoming wedding vows. Thanks for all the help Joe. This property also has an adjacent restaurant - Season's which is fabulous. Lots of stuff to do on property and within a short drive to Flat Rock and Hendersonville

Beautiful resort, so relaxing and they treat their guests like family. So warm and welcoming.read more

My wife and I recently spent four wonderful nights at Pinebrook Manor. To say the least it was the…read moremost relaxing pleasant stay we have had in a long time. Graham and his wife were perfect hosts. The breakfasts were very unique and delicious. Our room was charming and extremely efficient. We can definitely recommend a one night or multiple night stay.

Melanie and Grahame are consummate hosts! This historic,…read morequiet, private property is an oasis. In these uncertain times of Covid-19, we felt extra safe here - knowing from many years of prior visits how CLEAN is this venue. Our stay in early July, 2020 was superb, as always! All precautions were taken by innkeepers AND guests! There are only 4 rooms/ suites - YAY! All are spacious and meticulously appointed. Breakfast is sublime and fortifying! Stay with confidence!

We've stayed here many times over the years as we take the kids to camp in the mountains. It's in a…read moregreat location that's convenient to many places. The suites are very nice. I love having the extra space. The bed was super comfy. They have a free breakfast downstairs, but I missed that. Anyway, I'll stay here again!

Staff is so nice and accommodating, free breakfast was a plus! The only con was the lack of…read moreelectrical outlets in the room, and some of the ones we found were super lose. If I came back to NC, I wouldn't hesitate booking here again!

The Barker House is conveniently located between Hendersonville and Flat Rock, about 1 mile from…read moreCarl Sandburg's house, a National Historic Monument. Our room (Bygone Days) was clean and the Jenny Lind bed was comfortable. The Lyons have restored the old house lovingly, and really make an effort to make their guests feel welcome. The breakfast was delicious - french toast with pecans & syrup, link sausages, potato cones, fruit & yogurt, and an assortment of juices and tea or coffee. The meal was served in the Victorian dining room on pink & white china. It was a nice alternative to staying in a motel.

From the owner: Historic summer home of Major Theodore Barker, Civil War Officer, and famous Charleston lawyer.read more