The room was beautiful, the staff very courteous, gracious, helpful and classy, and the meals simply out of this world. Never had a better experience.

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Having booked the Romance and Relaxation Package for two nights on New Year's Eve, a very good bottle of Chardonnay awaited us in our warm and comfortable Devon room. Prior to check-in, Linda from the Front Desk arranged for my husband and I, a 1/2 hour massage at Essence Day Spa just down the road from the Inn. The massage was very reasonably priced and just what we needed after the 4 hour drive from Myrtle Beach. Dinner was part of the Package deal(actually a $75 voucher was issued at check-in) and was very delicious, especially the appetizer-Escargot in a puff pastry...Yumm! Breakfast was also very good and quite filling. You were given 2 main choices or eggs prepared any way you like, plus sausage or bacon(we chose the bacon both days bc. it was so good). Excellent pancakes and crab omelet, plus a fruit plate was automatically included, which was a nice touch. The whole staff was very friendly and gracious. Our visit to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville was an easy 50 minute drive from the Inn, and what an awesome day trip that was...I'm still breathless! My husband and I will definitely be back to this beautiful mountain area and the 1906 Pinecrest Inn will be at the top of our list for places to stay. Bonnie and Jeff S.

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My wife and I recently stayed 1 night at the Pine Crest Inn and we had an outstanding experience. We arrived on a Friday afternoon and were checked in promptly. We stayed in the "Chestnut Room" (more like a suite) at the Oak Cottage. Plenty of space and a very interesting floorplan. The furnishings and decor were beautiful but still very cozy and comfortable...just what we look for in a B&B/Inn. We took a stroll around the property and were amazed at the diversity of room types one may choose from...each offering a totally different experience. The grounds were in great shape with beautiful flowers and trees, the gazebo, footpaths, the covered veranda alongside the main house - all in all, a beautiful property. We had a wonderful dinner in the restaurant that evening. My wife is a vegetarian, and she considered the pasta dish, but we opted to see how the chef would respond to our request for a "vegetarian alternative". We were not disappointed. The chef gathered vegetables, starches, and two wonderful sauces to create a beautifully presented dish. My trout almondine was the perfect blend of crisp and tender...the savory reduction over the roasted potatoes was also excellent. The Innkeeper, Mr. Caudle, actually helped us select a very nice dessert wine to accompany the (better than expected) cheesecake we shared. A nightcap in the Fox'n'Hounds rounded out the evening perfectly. After a very quiet, comfortable nights sleep, we experienced a wonderful breakfast the next morning. A warm, fluffy omelette with diced tomatoes and mushrooms, applewood smoked bacon, fresh berries and melon, toast with butter & preserves, perfect coffee, and fresh juice - one of the best breakfasts we've had in our B&B travels. During out stay, it was obvious to us the Innkeeper and his staff have taken the time and care to ensure guests have an exceptional experience here. We certainly did! We will return to the Pine Crest Inn, and we will recommend it to others.

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The inn is a just south of Hendersonville, and maybe 30- minutes south of Asheville. Tryon and Hendersonville offer great antiquing and small town atmosphere while still being close to Asheville. The Pine Crest Inn is the nicest bed and breakfast experience I have ever had! First, the quality in the details of our room made it clear that the owners care about offering an honestly good stay. Our room had a fresh, new feel, yet was soothing and cozy at the same time. The furniture was comfortable and nice; lighting was thoughtfully placed, and the bedding was great! We could enjoy the fire in the gas fireplace from the uber-comfy king-sized bed! Next. I want to express gratitude to Laurie, the young lady who staffed the guest services desk. Laurie found that the door lock was not working properly in our reserved 149/night “Kent” room. After discussing a couple of other options, Laurie said that since we had “trouble” (no trouble!) checking-in she would take care of us and surprised us by putting us in the 279/night “Windsor” room, a gorgeous room, and one-heck of an upgrade! Then, she sent us a complimentary bottle of wine and some fresh cookies, and then asked if we were happy! We have not had over-the-top treatment like that in a long time. Laurie made us feel like celebrities. The quality found everywhere in the details at the Pine Crest Inn and Laurie’s over-the-top customer service speak loudly about the Caudle family’s apparent wish to honestly offer a very nice inn. Thank you for a wonderful stay! Oh, the food was great, too! Sincerely, Mike W. Orlando, Fl

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My wife and I had one of the most wonderful anniversaries in recent memory thanks to the Pine Crest Inn!! Between the kindness of the staff, charm of the property, and talents of the chefs in the kitchen, we couldn't have dreamed a better weekend. Thank you so much!!!

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We wanted to express our gratitude here, after having read some negative reviews, for the wonderful hospitality shown to us at the Pine Crest Inn this past November. We want everyone to know that our experiences there couldn't have been better, and we suspect the authors of those reviews must be people you just can't please! Since we've recently retired, we were elated to finally be able to travel last year, escape the crowds of South FL, and see the beauty of the NC mountains! The staff at the Pine Crest Inn were so helpful in pointing us in the direction of fun things to do, and breathtaking hikes in the mountains. It was a little challenging hiking to some of the more remote waterfalls, since we're out of shape and used to flat land, but well worth it! They were just spectacular! We also thoroughly enjoyed a wine tasting one evening that the innkeeper held in one of their two dining rooms. He has assembled a fabulous wine program and his passion for wine was obvious as he guided us through the wines, sharing both education and excitement along the way. We stayed for dinner after the wine tasting and found the food and service to be equally wonderfully. As an example, my wife ordered a dish but asked to have a different sauce used instead of what was on the menu. Our server checked and said the kitchen would be happy to accommodate us. Not only was the substitution excellent, the chef came out during dessert to inquire if she had met our needs. She did and then some!!! Our accommodations at The Pine Crest Inn couldn't have been nicer either! The room was extremely clean, the furnishings and décor were very tasteful and comfortable, and when combined with the fabulous customer service, we felt like we were truly being pampered! Now that's what a vacation is supposed to be like! Thank you to everyone at The Pine Crest Inn¿not only will we be back, but our friends and family will no doubt be visiting soon too!

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The Pine Crest Inn was recommended to us by a friend in the area and exceeded our expectations. This intimate restaurant should be at the top of the list of every “best dining” and “best wine selection” establishment in the southeast. If you want a great steak, go to the Angus Barn; they are famous for them. But if you want a memorable dining experience, then the Pine Crest Inn is worth the trip. My wife enjoyed a “tantalizing” duckling and I had pork medallions that were so tender I used my fork to cut them. Carl, the owner, has created a wine list that is the second largest in the Carolinas and has received the coveted Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence. We had a difficult time choosing and finally succumbed to the owner’s recommendation. There could not have been a better compliment to our respective entrees. The food, wine, and the exceptional service made for a memorable dining experience. This exceptional restaurant located in a quaint historic country inn is worth a visit. They also have an assortment of rooms, suites, and cottages available. What a relief to be able to have such an incredible meal, celebrate with a very special bottle of wine, and not have to worry about driving at the end of the evening. Thank you for making our trip truly memorable! We will be back!

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We were looking for a quick weekend getaway and came across the Pine Crest Inn on the Internet. We had nothing but wonderful experiences during our stay, from the ambiance of the room (Windsor) with a cozy fireplace, jacuzzi tub, and one of the most magnificent beds we have ever slept in, to the exceptional service and hospitality at the front desk and from the innkeeper, to the quiet and picturesque grounds and country setting, to the wonderful afternoon tea, evening port & sherry, and again, the exceptional customer service! Our room was extremely clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated and felt absolutely sumptuous after a day of hiking waterfalls in the area and nearby Chimney Rock Park and Lake Lure. So many fun and interesting things to see and do in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. We arrived late the first night so we didn't get to have dinner and what a mistake that was. Saturday night we ate in the Pine Crest's dining room and had a wonderful experience. The menu was a delightful blend of classic choices such as Fillet Mignon, fresh seafood (Black Carolina Grouper, Atlantic Grilled Salmon, & NC Mountain Rainbow Trout on this night) and some very creative dishes (an organic quail/chicken/turkey roulade). I ordered the Black Angus Fillet Mignon (MR of course) and it may have the most tender, flavorful piece of beef I have ever eaten. My husband had the grouper and it was perfectly cooked with a delightful sauce and an array of beautiful fresh vegetables. The service was excellent and the wine list was the largest I've ever seen and we selected a nice bottle of Syrah, but their selection of single-malt scotch was what really impressed us. My husband loves great scotch and found several selections he hadn't seen anywhere else. I highly recommend the Pine Crest Inn! It is a remarkably pleasant change from the ordinary. We hated to leave and most definitely will be back!!

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We used the Pine Crest for our 7 day intensive training. It was the perfect location, any request was met with a "yes", the food was excellent! It was quiet, pleasant and had a country elegance. We are comming back for our next training!

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My wife and spent our first anniversary (two nights in mid June 2006)in the Swayback cabin. The cabin is located a short walk from the main buildings and has private parking right outside the door. We loved the privacy. The food was mediocre but sufficed. There are plenty a wonderful restaurants within a 5-10 minute drive. However a few were closed on Sunday so check before you go. In conclusion we will defitely stay in the Swayback cabin again.

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The setting is beatiful and the food was quite good, but overall I found this inn to be dissapointing. While I'll admit that I would prefer rustic/quaint/homey over the luxury hotel setup of the Pine Crest, I felt that the service and the rooms themselves was not worth the high price.

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Internet did not work; they did not care. We were asked to reserve a time for breakfast, but they made us wait thirty minutes when we arrived on time; told us to have coffee in the living room, but the coffee urn was empty. Thirty minutes later, they sat people who just walked in while we were still waiting. They promised our room would by cleaned by 1pm, but it had not been touched when we came back at 3pm. Need I go on? They just kept apologizing, very nicely, but fixed absolutely nothing. don't go there if you expect any kind of service or amenities. A large tour group on the second day caused us to have to wait again a long time for breakfast. Again, lukewarm coffee, dried out toasts,etc... Then they charged us nearly one thousand dollars for two nights!

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Beautifully decorated, all of the comforts of home and then some (not the least of which was the "gourmet" food).

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We just spent 4 nights at the SwayBack cabin. This was my first expereince in at Inn / Bed and Breakfast. It was great! The staff was so friendly and helpful ( Thanks Linda and Johnny). We will be going back!

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