My husband and I stayed at this gem for our 17th anniversary. We arrived at 8pm and the owner,…read moreWilly, greeted us. He gave us a tour of the inn and offered us an upgrade. We booked the Fitzgerald, but after seeing the amazing bathroom in the Zelda, we switched. The Zelda is the only room on the top floor, so the privacy is nice. The tub and steam shower were amazing. They had a vase with flowers and a handwritten card for our anniversary. Willy and Shawnie are the most hospitable hosts and truly want you to enjoy your stay. We enjoyed latte macchiatos from their fancy coffee machines and a variety of delicious cookies that Shawnie bakes daily. We loved the Saturday evening bluegrass from 6-7. Breakfast each morning was delicious. We have stayed at a handful of B&Bs, and this was the friendliest and most comfortable one so far. We will be returning.

If I could leave 10+ stars I would. My son got married last weekend and (because of Covid) the…read moreentire wedding party stayed here. 15 of us. We were "the only ones at the Inn". Willy and Shawnie love what they do and it certainly shows. From the moment we arrived we felt welcome and right at home. Willy took us on a tour of each room. Every room has the most fabulous bathroom. Roman tub, steam showers, whirlpool tubs. Impeccably kept ! The Inn is spotless. We stayed for 3 nights and we didn't want to leave !! The breakfasts that we were served were some of the best food we have ever eaten. Each meal had a fruit bowl that was an ever changing color each day. Main course was protein rich and of course there was a sweet ending. The poached egg creation that we had on the last morning was easily the BEST egg dish I have ever had (and we do a lot of traveling). I cannot leave out their Cadillac of all coffee machines. Expresso, cappuccino, latte.........all at the press of a button. Unlimited homemade cookies are always available as well as soft drinks and bottled water. Bluegrass on the lawn on Sat evening. Their spacious front porch is quite a retreat. Everyone enjoyed the weekend. We cannot thank Willy and Shawnee enough. God Bless you both. Keep doing what you love.

The Wildberry lodge is like a classic Hallmark movie. Its a beautiful get away cabin in the…read moremountains with a warm genuine feeling. There are amazing mountain views with plenty of windows to capture the scenery. It is extremely clean and spacious with remarkable interior decorating. The Wildberry Lodge gives you the privacy of the mountains with the feel of an upscale hotel. The amenities include a hot tub with stunning views as well as the best basement man cave that includes a pool table, shuffle board, and unique amenities like an old school Scrabble board. The breakfast features fresh fruit, delicious eggs, potatoes, and a variety of juices. We are not the typical frustrated novelist who always post reviews. However, we had an amazing weekend and confident you will have a similar experience. ​

Can not describe our visit here! Everything was superb and everything we imagined it would be!…read more Ken and Glenda are the sweetest hosts I've ever met! During our trip to Asheville we wanted to experience the city but also have cabin time. Wildberry lodge provided us with the most relaxing and comfortable experience we could ever ask for. Wild berry is definitely a way to get out of the city and just enjoy the quietness of nature (without going too far of course!) The drive itself is around 25-30 mins from downtown Asheville - there are several ways to get here but the new foundland road was probably the best route. It's easy to stay in the cabin and go enjoy yourself in the city during the day or evening. Ken and Glenda were very hands off and so friendly - if you have questions on where to go or what to do they can accommodate everything! The main cabin has multiple rooms - gooseberry and some other room options. This is where you check in, get breakfast, game room, sit on the deck, coffee/cider bar and chit chat with other guests if your heart desires. The best part of our stay was Glenda's breakfasts! Her recipes were featured in an Asheville bed and breakfast recipe book! We signed up for a bfast time the day prior (anywhere from 8am-930am) and she is usually ready whenever we get there! Our first breakfast included - garden frittata, bacon, homemade English muffin, rosemary roasted potatoes and to finish it off - poached pear. Our second breakfast included pumpkin pecan pancakes, cranberry/apple chutney and sausages and ended it with a mixed berry cobbler. Everything was superb and very filling! We stayed in the honey moon suite to get the full cabin - on our own - experience and it was gorgeous! The bed is super comfy, everything was clean and up to date. It was almost like glamping! Only downside to our visit was the drive at night can be a bit scary if you are not use to driving on mountains. One of the first nights it was raining so it was slightly difficult coming back to the cabin from downtown Asheville. Just make sure you have a car and drive safely! After the initial drive you will get use to it and it should be easier' Other than that - this is a place worth splurging on and visiting!' Thanks Ken and Glenda!!

Two years ago, my BF and I escaped here for a birthday weekend retreat! They had a nice $99/night…read moresummer special. Not sure if this rate is current, but I would still ask. The living room was cozy, but we never got a chance to hang out in it -- due to guests already lounging in the space. Be advised that Tom likes to hang out and play on the desktop computer at the foot of the stairs (solitaire is his favorite) -- so don't be surprised. Haha. The hallway fridge (opposite from the living room) was stocked with beer, wine, and soda -- an awesome gesture of hospitality for us tired folks after 6 hours of driving! We stayed in the Foxglove room. The walls were painted a dark, Christmas-tree green and the emergency map was drawn out in Sharpie -- it felt off and the fact that the map was drawn in marker was sketchy. The TV was mounted in the top corner of the room, with a DVD player that didn't work. There was also a bear stuffed animal sitting on the heater unit by the window -- cute, but a little creepy. Unfortunately, the wireless signal in the room wasn't great -- had to go downstairs to get access. One of my favorite aspects of our stay was the 7am coffee that Tom would bring up -- really warm-heartening. Tom stays in a room downstairs, back by the kitchen -- so it's nice to have someone always there. He has a gruff personality, but he's happiest in the kitchen, whipping up delicious food in his silly pants (with patterns such as multi-colored chili peppers). Michele wasn't too friendly and kept mostly to herself. I wish she had attempted to socialize more with us and our fellow house-mates. The dining room was lovely -- the morning light streaming in through the windows is enough to make you sigh happily as you sip on your steaming coffee. There's a little sticker or token on the surface of the glass door in the dining room. I asked Michele about it, and she said that they once had a visitor run into the door -- so this is why it's there. I really appreciated that there were some two additional tables besides the communal table. Tom was an AMAZING chef -- food was gourmet and plentiful! He also is more than happy to answer any questions about the food or cooking in general -- it is his passion. Best part of this B&B was the large porch with ample seating and the gorgeous grounds. Also, Downtown Asheville is not even a mile away -- so you won't have to travel far to grab some grub or a cold one. All and all, we really enjoyed the food and grounds, but we won't be back unless there are interior improvements (room furnishings, etc). ***Their site could also use some updating... If you're familiar with SEO, they're committing a big no-no with all the "invisible" word tags at the bottom of their website. Scroll to the bottom of the homepage and drag your mouse across the big empty space -- you'll see the words.

What a find! We booked the Aberdeen last minute on a weekend where accommodates were sold out at…read moremany places around town. I'm so glad we didn't get a run-of-the-mill hotel, because this inn made our time in Asheville so much more special. It's like staying at the home of a friend who has a great house in a great part of town. We met Tom only, who is the resident chef. His personality is a bit coarse at first - especially if you're expecting that average hotel hospitality fake smiles and whatnot. But know that he's actually very friendly and genuine. We are plant-based eaters and he made sure we had the full, personalized breakfast experience that everyone else had. Even the cookies left in the hallway all day were vegan (and delicious)! I would stay here again and again.

Everything was fabulous. The breakfasts, the singing and piano and all the things. Craig and…read moreKaren Verm are wonderful proprietors and made us all feel quite at home.

Tiffany Hill B & B is a must stay. Up on a hill surrounded by forest and only 1/2 hour away from…read morethe town of Asheville where you can visit the local breweries, shop the many shops or spend a day at the Biltmore Estate. You can stay in the main house or in the carriage house which has two connecting rooms. All rooms have a different theme and are beautifully decorated. Karen and Craig, the owners and hosts are amazing people who make you feel right at home. After a special breakfast you will be treated to a performance with Craig, a celebrated opera singer, with Karen accompanying him on the piano for a couple of songs. Words can't begin to describe his voice and Karen is an accomplished pianist. Looked forward to that every morning. The breakfasts were above and beyond and served like you are in a fine restaurant. No matter if you are on vacation, get away weekend or business trip, Tiffany Hill is a must stay. You will not be disappointed.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this stay was unacceptable--especially for a hotel at this…read moreprice point. This stay was Memorial Day weekend. I stayed at Haywood Park Hotel in Asheville for an extended family reunion and paid almost $1,000 for a multi-night stay. Upon arrival, guests were informed that all elevators were out of service. My room was on the third floor (effectively the fourth due to a mezzanine level). I explained that I am 67 and have significant spine and Achilles issues and physically struggle with stairs, but there was no meaningful accommodation offered beyond someone carrying my luggage. To make matters worse, the room initially smelled so strongly of bleach/cleaner that my eyes burned and I could not remain inside. After multiple trips up and down several flights of stairs in summer heat to report the issue, the room was eventually treated and became tolerable. The elevator situation continued through Thursday, requiring repeated trips up and down unairconditioned stairwells and significantly aggravating existing physical issues. I ended up taking more pain medication during this trip than I had in weeks. Friday morning, I was suddenly informed there was access to an elevator through the connected atrium and, if needed, rooms were available at the sister hotel next door--with an offer to move our whole group. That was difficult to hear after spending two days struggling physically. It left me wondering why solutions or accommodations were not offered earlier. On top of this, key cards repeatedly stopped working (for me and family members), requiring additional inconvenience, and promised gestures--including comped valet parking--never materialized. I want to be fair: staff members themselves were polite and seemed to be trying to manage a difficult situation. My room and bed were comfortable once the odor issue was addressed. But hotel management handled this poorly. Historic property or not, charging premium rates while leaving guests with mobility concerns climbing multiple flights for days without proactive accommodations is not acceptable. This hotel claims to be ADA compliant. I left early because I simply wanted to get home and recover. ** After submitting feedback/review to the hotel directly, valet parking charges were refunded, which I appreciated. However, this occurred after the stay and did not change the overall experience.

Walking in the front door we were blown away by the decor. Appearance was way above my pay grade…read more Not a fan of valet parking but as packed in as everything is here, can't be any other way. Room was incredible. Spacious, classy, massive bathroom and spa tub, great amenities. Only thing we didn't understand was the wall phone right beside the toilet. Odd. Also, had to go down to the front desk and ask them to get a bucket of ice for us. No ice on our floor or anywhere else. There was a bar connected to the hotel but it was not open, and there was no restaurant so if you stay here you're on your own. Classy place.

There are not many fine dining options in these parts. This…read moreis really the only one. I played golf at Apple Valley resort last year with a couple of guys who talked on and on about this place. I couldn't get a reservation last year, but this year I did. Their menu is not amazing but it's adequate and their are some options that seemed appealing. I went with the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer and the grilled salmon as my main course. The tomatoes had an interesting sweet glaze the covered the grilled pork bites. The salmon was a very large portion and came on a bed of rice with grilled squash and asparagus. It was better than I expected. I was somewhat disappointed the only fresh fish option was pan seared trout. I really like trout but typically the pan seared is undercooked. They also had a Mahi special but it was pan seared. Over all an really good experience and I would recommend it but do strongly suggest a reservation. There are many outside tables for patio dining as well. There is plenty of free parking on a large surface lot.

This is a restaurant in an old hotel. The original hotel…read moreburnt down, then it was rebuilt, then burnt down again. All within 100+ years though. The wood in the lobby is the original floor from the movie Dirty Dancing...pretty cool Food was "good" for the chimney rock area. Chicken special not very good, but short rib was good. Very nice interior, staff in restaurant very quiet and not engaged. Basement has a speakeasy bar/lounge that you must visit. I believe the filet is what to order here, I saw a lot of filet being served and it looked much better.

We had a great experience. Our room overlooked the French Broad river. Check-in was seamless, the…read moreroom was nice/quiet. Marshall is a great little town, recovering nicely from Helene.

Marshall is quickly becoming a little hotspot just outside of Asheville, and if you're planning on…read moreexploring this little town before it explodes, or if you're looking for a romantic and charming place to stay outside of the hustle and bustle of downtown Asheville, I cannot say enough nice things about the Marshall House Inn. The rooms and their facilities are updated and modern, while preserving the original charm of this historic inn. Booking and checking inn could not be easier, and the rates are tremendously affordable. My wife and I have celebrated Valentine's day by staying here over the past two years. Upon entering you're greeted by a warm fire, which instantly puts you at ease. There are gorgeous views of the river and downtown Marshall from each of the rooms, but room 3 definitely has the largest vista. The bathrooms are updated, and well stocked with towels, which is awesome because I typically ask for extra towels when staying in a hotel. After you have a delightful nice of rest on an ultra comfy mattress throw on something to make yourself presentable and treat yourself to a delightful bit of breakfast. Each time we've stayed here they were serving an absolutely delicious sausage quiche. I don't know if this is a specialty, or if we've just gotten extremely lucky with our timing! The owners, John and Kerstin are delightful folks who are happy to share their home. They rebuilt the old inn to the modern delight it is today, and their pride and love is clearly evident. Whether you're a WNC local looking for a quick get away, or travelling to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a chance to visit Asheville and its surrounding towns, you owe it to yourself to stay here at least one night!

I honestly cannot say enough good things about the Grafton Lodge. Everything was perfect from…read morestart to finish. Our room was spacious, clean, quiet, and very comfortable. Breakfasts cooked by Rich were amazing. Our morning chats with Kim and Rich were very nice and we appreciated their tips on local attractions. Check in was simple and easy and Kim was very thorough, even asking if we had any preferences for breakfast. Kim and Rich, your hospitality is impeccable. We can't wait to come back for another relaxing stay. Brad and Renae

We happened upon Grafton Lodge for a two night stay via a Trip Advisor review just before the 4th…read moreof July holiday weekend. It was a last minute stop on a long road trip and we felt lucky that they had a room for us. The Lodge is unpretentious but our room was very spacious and clean with updated bathroom, cozy linens and good wifi. It's a convenient distance to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock. Kim and Rich were gracious hosts. Rich made us yummy breakfasts and both were enthusiastic and knowledgeable about their community, restaurants and things to do. We would not hesitate to go back.