Barkwells: a pet-friendly mountain retreat with seven cabins. 290 Lance Rd. Mills River, (828) 891-8288, http://www.barkwells.com
Grand Bohemian Hotel: Tudor-inspired boutique hotel with 104 guestrooms. 11 Boston Way, (888) 717-8756 or (828) 505-2949, http://www.bohemianhotelasheville.com/
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa: historic 1913 property with Arts & Crafts furnishings and theme rooms in the modern wing. 290 Macon Ave. (800) 438-5800, http://www.groveparkinn.com
Inn on Biltmore Estate: four-star inn on Biltmore’s 8,000 acre estate. 1 Approach Rd. (800) 411-3812 or (828) 225-1600, http://www.biltmore.com/
Cottage on Biltmore Estate: two-bedroom, two-bath personal Biltmore cottage. 1 Approach Rd. (800) 411-4063, http://www.biltmore.com/
Princess Anne Hotel: 1920’s historic hotel with a B&B/inn feel. 301 East Chestnut St. (866) 552-0986 or (828) 258-0986, http://princessannehotel.com/
Sourwood Inn: a cedar and stone retreat with 12 guestrooms and a cabin on 100 acres. 810 Elk Mountain Scenic Hwy., (828) 255-0690, http://www.sourwoodinn.com
The Reynolds Mansion: circa-1847 bed & breakfast with eight guestrooms, four suites, and cottage. 100 Reynolds Heights, (888) 611-1156 or (828) 258-1111, http://www.thereynoldsmansion.com
1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage: historic 1889 bed and breakfast. 173 E. Chestnut St. (828) 253-2553, http://www.whitegate.net/
Organicfest recommends these four eco-friendly and organic-loving B&Bs:
Asheville Green Cottage: unique green and healthy lodge with internationally themed rooms. 25 St. Dunstans Cir. (828) 707-6563, http://www.ashevillegreencottage.com/contact.html
Green Mountain B&B: 64 Laurel Cove Rd., Candler, (828) 633-0232 www.greenmountainbb.com
Hawk and Ivy B&B: 133 North Fork Rd., Barnardsville, (828) 626-3496, www.hawkandivy.com
Inn on Main Street: 88 South Main St., Weaverville, (828) 645-4935, www.innonmain.com
Blueberry Villa: aka The Banner Elk Winery & Inn with six guestrooms and two suites. 60 Deer Run Ln., ( 828) 260-1790 or (828) 898-9099, http://www.blueberryvilla.com
The Mast Farm Inn: full-service bed and breakfast, country inn, restaurant, and cooking school. 2543 Broadstone Rd., (888) 963-5857 or (828) 963-5857, http://www.mastfarminn.com/contactus/index.html
Taylor House Inn: bed & breakfast with two suites, five guest rooms, and two cottage rooms on the grounds. 4584 Hwy. 194 South, (800) 963 5581 or (828) 963 5581, http://www.taylorhouseinn.com
Beech Alpen Inn: 25 rooms at the highest elevated inn East of the Mississippi. 700 Beech Mountain Pkwy. (866) 284-2770 or (828) 387-2252, http://www.beechalpen.com/
The Bob Timberlake Inn at the Cheotla Resort: bed and breakfast located on an 87-acre resort. North Main St. (800) 243-8652, http://www.chetola.com/index.html
Gideon Ridge Inn: secluded B&B with 10 guest rooms and private baths overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. 202 Gideon Ridge Rd. (828) 295-3644, http://www.gideonridge.com/
Hillwinds Inn: spacious, stylish guest rooms. 315 Sunset Dr. at Ransom St. (828) 295-7660, http://www.thevillageinnsofblowingrock.com/hillwinds_inn.html (Early Bird Special: book 45 days in advance and receive 20% off, use promo code: Early.)
Ridgeway Inn: 131 Yonahlossee Rd. (828) 295-7321, http://www.thevillageinnsofblowingrock.com/ridgeway_inn.html (Early Bird Special: Book 45 days in advance and receive 20% off, use promo code: Early)
The Village Inn: renovated suites and cottages with all new interiors and rustically elegant mountain decor. 7876 Valley Blvd. (828) 295-3380, http://www.thevillageinnsofblowingrock.com/village_inn.html (Early Bird Special: book 45 days in advance and receive 20% off, use promo code: Early)
Westglow Resort & Spa: Greek Revival mansion housing six guest rooms. 224 Westglow Cir. (800) 562-0807 or (828) 295-4463, http://www.westglowresortandspa.com/
Lovill House Inn: old-world charms with modern day comforts on 11 wooded acres. 404 Old Bristol Rd. (828) 264-4204, http://www.lovillhouseinn.com/
The Brevard Music Center Institute & Festival recommends:
Key Falls Inn Bed & Breakfast: 1860s Victorian farmhouse with five guest rooms and private baths. 151 Everett Rd., Pisgah Forest. (828) 884-7559, http://www.keyfallsinn.com/
Ponder Cove: pet-friendly bed and breakfast with three rooms and a bungalow. 1067 Ponder Creek Rd., Mars Hill, (866) 689-7304 or (828) 689-7304, http://www.pondercove.com
Falling Waters Adventure Resorts: summer camp-style accommodations with tent/yurt options or a lodge which houses more than 40 people in large eight-person rooms with private bathrooms. 10345 Hwy. 74 West. (800) 451-9972, www.fallingwatersresort.com
Watershed Cabins: a collection of luxury rental log cabins. 300 Everett St. (888) 604-3075, www.watershedcabins.com
High Hampton Inn & Country Club: 1922 historic landmark with 120 guest rooms and suites in the main lodge and a selection of charming cottages. 1525 Hwy.107 South. (800) 334-2551, http://www.highhamptoninn.com/
Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival recommends:
The Millstone Inn: 1933 inn with five suits and cottages. 19 Lodge Ln., (828) 743-6513, http://www.millstonenc.com/
Echo Mountain Inn: 15 room bed and breakfast. 2849 Laurel Park Hwy. (828)693-9626, http://www.echoinn.com
Inn on Church Street: historic bed and breakfast with full-service restaurant. 201 3rd Ave. W. (828) 693-3258, http://www.innonchurch.com
The Waverly Inn: historic bed and breakfast with 15 unique rooms. 783 N. Main St. (800) 537-8195 or (828) 693-9193, http://www.waverlyinn.com/
Highlands Chamber of Commerce: http://www.highlandschamber.org/accommodations/
Recommended by the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival:
Colonial Pines Inn Bed & Breakfast: Highland’s first bed and breakfast; with rooms, suites, apartment, and a cottage. 541 Hickory St. (866) 526-2060 or (828) 526-2060, http://www.colonialpinesinn.com/index.html
Highlands Inn: historic 31-room inn known locally as the “Crown Jewel of Highlands.” 4th & Main St., (800) 964-6955 or (828) 526-9380, http://www.highlandsinn-nc.com/ (Summer Music Festival packages in association with Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Bistro and Highlands Cashiers Chamber Music Festival: “The Weekender:” $580 two-night package for two; arrive Thursday or Friday for two nights. “The Whole Shebang:” $795 three-night package for two; arrive Friday depart Monday. “Sunday in the South:” - $370 two-night package for two; arrive Sunday depart Tuesday.)
Recommended by Mountains in Bloom:
4 1/2 Street Inn: 10-room bed and breakfast built in 1910. 55 4-1/2 St., (888) 799-4464 or (828) 526-4464, www.4andahalfstinn.com (Mention “Friend of The Bascom” for 15% off.)
Highlands House Bed and Breakfast: One room and one suite. 101 Potter Ln. (800) 330-7316 or (828) 787-1186, www.highlandshousebandb.com (Mention “Friend of The Bascom” for 25% off.)
Inn at Half Mile Farm: country suites or one-, two-, and three-bedroom authentic Highland cabins. 214 Half-Mile Dr. (800) 946-6822 or (828) 526-8170, www.halfmilefarm.com (Mention “Friend of The Bascom” and get 20% off two nights or more.)
Main Street Inn: 270 Main St. (800) 213-9142 or (828) 526-2590, www.mainstreet-inn.com (Mention “Friend of The Bascom” for a special rate.)
Mitchell's Lodge & Cottages: cottages, The Cedar Lodge, & the Log Lodge. 264 Dillard Rd. (800) 522-9874 or (828) 526-2267, www.mitchellslodge.com (Mention “Friend of The Bascom” for 10% off.)
Old Edwards Inn & Spa: historic mountain inn with 28 guestrooms, plus suites and cottages. 445 Main St. (828) 526-8008, www.oldedwardsinn.com (Mention “Friend of The Bascom” for 25% off.)
The Esmeralda Inn: 910 Main St. Chimney Rock, NC 28720. (828) 625-2999, http://www.theesmeralda.com/
Lake Lure Inn & Spa: 2771 Memorial Hwy. (828) 625-2526 or (828) 625-2545, http://www.lakelure.com/
The Lodge on Lake Lure: 361 Charlotte Dr. (800) 733-2785 or (828) 625-2789, http://www.lodgeonlakelure.com/
Rumbling Bald Resort: 112 Mountains Blvd. (800) 419-3854 or (828) 694-3000, http://rumblingbald.com/
For the Continental Divide Trail Race:
Summer camp cabins are available for $16 per person per night. Each rustic cabin sleeps 11 and will be designated as a female or male cabin for individuals choosing this type of lodging. If you have a group of up to 11, you can reserve one cabin for the whole group for $176 per night and it can be mixed sexes. Bathrooms and a kitchen are located in a central lodge building.
Higgins Lodge: Hotel-style rooms are available for $70-80 per person double occupancy or $103-113 per person single occupancy and that rate includes meals. Please register for these lodging opportunities through the camp website: www.Laurelridge.org
Cabins on Laurel Creek: 2900 S Laurel Fork Rd. (336) 207-7677, http://www.cabinsonlaurelcreek.com/
The Eseeola Lodge: 175 Linville Ave. (800) 742-6717, http://eseeola.com/accommodations
Charles Street Garden Suite: 76 Charles St. (828) 749-5846, http://www.charlesstreetgarden.com/
The Oaks Bed & Breakfast: 339 Greenville St. (800) 893-6091, http://www.theoaksbedandbreakfast.com/
The Orchard Inn: 100 Orchard Inn Ln. (800) 581-3800 or (828) 749-5471, http://www.orchardinn.com/
Bear Den Cabins: 600 Bear Den Mountain Rd. (828) 765-2888, http://www.bear-den.com/cabin_rentals/mountain_view.html
Richmond Inn: 51 Pine Ave. (828) 765-6993, http://richmondinn.us/
Recommended by the Waldensian Festival:
The Inn at Glen Alpine: 105 Davis St. Glen Alpine. (888) 441-5133 or (828) 584-9264, http://www.innatglenalpine.com/www/
Robardajen Woods Bed & Breakfast: (828) 584-3191, http://www.robardajenwoods.com/
