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  • View of RiverDance from the opposite ridgeline
    Our TimberFrame Marvel
    The TimberFrame Kitchen
    Tree Tops Beech room.
    Tree Tops Hickory Bedroom
    The River Rocks Holly Bedroom
    A fantastic view from the Back Deck.
    Just sit and relax a bit and enjoy the sounds of the river
    Come Sit a Spell

    • Address 179 Deer Leap
      Marshall, NC 28753
      USA
    • Phone+1-847-8093098
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    rated #1 B&B in Hot Springs by tripAdvisor Experience RiverDance with amazing views, natural beauty at its best, and all the comforts of home! Relax in front of the cozy fireplaces in the warmth of the timber frame great room or out on the Carolina porch. Retire in your private quarters, and enjoy breakfast baskets of local Madison County delicacies, Callie and Dave Wellendorf look forward to being your hosts at RiverDance!

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 50 Reviews

    4.7 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Great Place to just kick back and.....

    March 10, 2013

    Callie and Dave make you feel like family by welcoming you into their home to share all the amenities. Callie present sumptuous breakfast treats each morning. Choose from fresh fruit, yogurts, granola and a variety of baked goods. The hot tub is awesome and well placed on the property with a great view. Enjoy it at night with a beverage of your choice. You can tell the placement of the tub is well thought out. It is not easy to get a hot tub installed in the side of a mountain. Very ingenious Dave! We stayed in the lower level suite which had plenty of space for the two of us. There is a nice living room with big screen TV, desk, kitchenette with sink, frig. microwave and a toaster oven. This is a great getaway, with a great view and great accommodations. And it’s a Great Value too! Just a great place to kick back, reflect and enjoy life. Jeff & Lee

    4.6 out of 5
     

    The Beauty of the Mountains

    November 26, 2012

    RiverDance sits high atop a mountain between two small, quaint towns in North Carolina. The rooms and deck look down at the bend of Big Laurel Creek. RiverDance has exceptional views, is peaceful, and is the perfect get-away. I can't wait till Spring to return and spend all my time in front of the fireplace on the deck and just soak in the beauty.

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Great location, beautiful view!

    October 30, 2012

    Used the whole house for a business retreat. Absolutely perfect!

    5 out of 5
     

    Perfect

    October 16, 2012

    We were warmly welcomed to RiverDance. The beds were really comfortable, the rooms were beautiful and the breakfast excellent. Not only that, but the river was amazing for fly fishing. We are definitely planning to return. Callie and Dave are delightful and mailed our forgotten wash bags without hesitation. Excellent.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Callie and Dave Wellendorf

    Innkeepers Description:

    Playing with our dog Midge, taking walks, visiting friends and working on RiverDance

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    1 Dog

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $100 - $100

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 4 PM    Check Out: 10 Am

    • Deposit Amount Required: Deposit varies depending on length of stay

    • Cancellations: If room(s) are cancelled within two weeks of arrival the deposit will kept,unless we can re-book the room(s).

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Limited

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • For stays over 3 nights or longer
      Percent Off: 0% Days Required: 0

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 50 Reviews

    4.7 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Great Place to just kick back and.....

    March 10, 2013

    Callie and Dave make you feel like family by welcoming you into their home to share all the amenities. Callie present sumptuous breakfast treats each morning. Choose from fresh fruit, yogurts, granola and a variety of baked goods. The hot tub is awesome and well placed on the property with a great view. Enjoy it at night with a beverage of your choice. You can tell the placement of the tub is well thought out. It is not easy to get a hot tub installed in the side of a mountain. Very ingenious Dave! We stayed in the lower level suite which had plenty of space for the two of us. There is a nice living room with big screen TV, desk, kitchenette with sink, frig. microwave and a toaster oven. This is a great getaway, with a great view and great accommodations. And it’s a Great Value too! Just a great place to kick back, reflect and enjoy life. Jeff & Lee

    4.6 out of 5
     

    The Beauty of the Mountains

    November 26, 2012

    RiverDance sits high atop a mountain between two small, quaint towns in North Carolina. The rooms and deck look down at the bend of Big Laurel Creek. RiverDance has exceptional views, is peaceful, and is the perfect get-away. I can't wait till Spring to return and spend all my time in front of the fireplace on the deck and just soak in the beauty.

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Great location, beautiful view!

    October 30, 2012

    Used the whole house for a business retreat. Absolutely perfect!

    5 out of 5
     

    Perfect

    October 16, 2012

    We were warmly welcomed to RiverDance. The beds were really comfortable, the rooms were beautiful and the breakfast excellent. Not only that, but the river was amazing for fly fishing. We are definitely planning to return. Callie and Dave are delightful and mailed our forgotten wash bags without hesitation. Excellent.

    5 out of 5
     

    Ultimate home away from home

    May 25, 2012

    Within minutes of meeting the owners, we felt completely at home. Their Southern Hospitality complemented by a touch of Northern Seasoning made this a perfect selection for our 4 day visit. The views from the house are breathtaking. Photos cannot capture the spell of the mountains and the river below. Mesmerizing tranquility. The location is perfect as a base for exploring the Marshal - Asheville area. The rooms and living spaces are immaculate, amenities plentiful and thoughtfully presented. Breakfast had too many delicious offerings. Calli and Dave were the ultimate gracious hosts. We stayed in the lower level with the most direct access to the parking area. Although the ceilings are not 'lofty' as in the upper levels, it felt very comfy. We did not feel like we were intruding. We had our own home away from home. We look forward to our next visit and will not stay anywhere else. We had avoided B&B's after an unfortunate experience in Europe. RiverDance and the Wellendorfs have proven that private home stays can be a delightful experience with beautiful, peaceful surroundings presented by welcoming, accommodating, gracious hosts.

    5 out of 5
     

    Great Getaway!

    May 12, 2012

    We loved our stay at Riverdance! Not a typical bed and breakfast since you have some private living space to hang out in. The common areas are wonderful and the view is incredible! We slept with the windows open and the sounds of the Laurel River lulled you to sleep. It is in a great location. We were just 40 minutes from Asheville and the drive down was so pretty. Hot Springs was not that exciting until Callie and Dave (the owners) started telling us about the history of the area. Once you learn a little about Hot Springs you get drawn back into time and into the area. VERY interesting history. Blue Ridge Parkway is close by. Such a pretty area to pack a picnic lunch and just drive around. We left feeling like we had made lifetime friends and can't wait to go back. The review wouldn't be complete without giving a shout out to Midge (their dog). She added to the enjoyment!

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Great Mountain Getaway!!!

    April 30, 2012

    Room and innkeeper were fantastic!!! Would recommend a little more for breakfast, but was sufficient enough! Beautiful place with a great view! Will definitely be back again!!!

    4.8 out of 5
     

    WE LOVED OUR STAY

    February 13, 2012

    We were not disappointed when we arrived to RiverDance! It was all that we had hoped for and could not have had a nicer stay. We were very warmly received by Callie and Dave and by the time we left, we felt as though we had known them forever! We stayed in the downstairs level and enjoyed plenty of space that was very clean, comfortable and cozy. Our girls loved the hot tub on the deck which was the highlight of their stay. The views were gorgeous and to be honest, it was hard to leave!


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  • Location Type

    • Appalachian Trail

    • Hot Springs

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Small town

    • Village

    City - Asheville

    • Distance to city: 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Asheville take future I26 North to exit 19. Follow the Hot Springs signs onto US 25/70. Continue North on US 25/70 about 20 miles till you go onto NC 208. Take NC 208 North about 1 mile to the entrance of Bear River Lodge. Take the entrance road up the hill and turn right onto the blacktop. Deer Leap is the third road on the left and RiverDance is the second house on the right.

    Airport

    • Asheville, NC (AVL) 38 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the Asheville airport take Interstate 26 North around Asheville till is turns intofuture I26. Get off at exit 19. Follow the Hot Springs signs onto US 25/70. Continue North on US 25/70 about 20 miles till you go onto NC 208. Take NC 208 North about 1 mile to the entrance of Bear River Lodge. Take the entrance road up the hill and turn right onto the blacktop. Deer Leap is the third road on the left and RiverDance is the second house on the right.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Whitewater Rafting

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • Listen to the Laurel River dance.

    • Million dollar views.

    • Antiques/decor

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • Air conditioning

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wi-Fi

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Hairdryer

    • Microwave

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Breakfast Basket of local treats

    • Time Served: 8:00

    • Serving Location: Guest room

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