1847 Blake House Inn Bed & Breakfast

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Inn Details

BLAKE HOUSE INN, originally "Newington", was built c.1847. Surrounded by 150 year old pine and sycamore trees, this fine example of Italianate architecture with Gothic Revival influence will bring you back in time to the more relaxed atmosphere of the 1800's. Our Inn is minutes away from the BILTMORE ESTATE and the entrance to the BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY and provides easy access to all other WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA attractions. Conveniently located in the HISTORIC ROYAL PINES AREA, 1847 BLAKE HOUSE INN was one of the beautiful summer homes built by wealthy low-landers to take advantage of the cool summer breezes in the mountains of North Carolina. 1847 BLAKE HOUSE INN boasts of 22" thick granite walls, 12' high ceilings, and five spacious guestrooms all with private baths. The Carriage House has a lovely Guest Suite for families of up to 6 (scheduled to open 5/06). Our guests awaken to the aroma of freshly baked breads and muffins, which will accompany their artistically presented fruit plates. Everyone will enjoy a two-course breakfast of homemade dishes on fine china in one of our two spacious dining rooms. 1847 BLAKE HOUSE INN accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, travelers checks, and personal checks. 1847 BLAKE HOUSE INN is a member of the NORTH CAROLINA BED AND BREAKFAST AND INN association and the ASHEVILLE BED & BREAKFAST ASSOCIATION.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Mountains
    • Suburban
  • Nearest major city: Asheville (8 miles North)
  • Directions to property:
    From I-40 east or west bound exit I-26 east to exit 9 (airport). Turn left, go 2 miles, cross us 25, us 25-a (sweeten creek road) begins. Continue 1 mile to first traffic light. Turn left onto Royal Pines Drive. Go one block, turn left into parking lot I-26 west from Spartanburg, etc. Exit 9 (airport). Turn right, go 2 miles, cross us 25, us 25-a (sweeten creek road) begins. Continue 1 mile to first traffic light. Turn left onto Royal Pines Drive. Go one block, turn left into parking lot from Biltmore estate. Go straight out of the estate (Mc Donalds on your left and Exxon on right). Continue straight through traffic light and continue for 6 1/2 miles to traffic light at royal pines drive (Exxon station on far right corner). Turn right onto royal pines drive. Go one block, turn left into parking lot. From Blue Ridge parkway exit us 25 south (Hendersonville road). Follow 25 through Skyland. Pass Black Forest restaurant, Arden Presbyterian church and at the next traffic light (bp on right, sagebrush on left). Turn left onto Royal Pines drive. Go 3 1/2 blocks and turn right into parking lot.
  • Nearest major airport: Asheville, NC (AVL) 3 miles

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 6 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 150.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 190.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: 1 Suite in the Carriage House

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • DVD Player
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
    • On Site
  • Board games
  • Videos
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Wi-Fi

    • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 9:00 AM
    • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
    • Lunch is available by special request
    • Dinner is available by special request
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (2 night min. on weekends from May - Dec. & in Carriage House all times)
    • Smoking is allowed outside only (outside)
    • Guest pets are welcome (Pets must be crated when alone; no pets allowed on furniture)
    • Children are welcome (No charge for children under 5.)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
    • Deposit amount required (One night deposit for 1-2 nights. 50% deposit for longer stays , packages, and groups (3 or more rooms).)
    • Closed: We are closed for two weeks in January.
    • Check in time is 3:00 PM and Check out time is 11 AM
    • Cancellations:
      7 day cancellation policy. If cancellation is made with 7 or more days, any deposit received will be refunded minus a $25.00 handling fee. Cancellation made with less than 7 days notice will not receive a refund of deposit. 14 day cancellation policy for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association
      • North Carolina Bed & Breakfasts and Inns
      • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
     10%Corporate 
      Length of stay (5-7days) 

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Leslie Kimball
      Leslie Kimball purchased the 1847 BLAKE HOUSE INN and moved there in January 2006, after spending 8 years in Orlando, Florida in the human resources field. Leslie grew up around the Washington, DC suburbs and enjoys many types of exercise, as well as crafting.
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There are 4 cats on the property
    • There is one dog on the property

    Area Attractions

    Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Biltmore Estate, Arboretum, WNC Nature Center, Cherokee Reservation , Folk Art Center, Blue Ridge Rkwy, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Air Boat Rides, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting

    Arden Nearby Cities

    Noted below are the approximate distances from Arden, North Carolina.

    Fletcher B&B's - 3 milesPisgah Forest B&B's - 18 miles
    Mills River B&B's - 6 milesSaluda B&B's - 18 miles
    Asheville B&B's - 10 milesBrevard B&B's - 20 miles
    Hendersonville B&B's - 11 milesBarnardsville B&B's - 22 miles
    Candler B&B's - 11 milesOld Fort B&B's - 22 miles
    Flat Rock B&B's - 14 milesTryon B&B's - 24 miles
    Black Mountain B&B's - 15 milesMarshall B&B's - 25 miles
    Chimney Rock B&B's - 15 milesMars Hill B&B's - 25 miles
    Weaverville B&B's - 16 milesLake Junaluska B&B's - 25 miles
    Leicester B&B's - 16 milesWaynesville B&B's - 27 miles
    Lake Lure B&B's - 18 milesLandrum B&B's - 27 miles

    Contact Information

    1847 Blake House Inn Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
    1847 Blake House Inn Bed & Breakfast, Arden, NC - Inn
    1847 Blake House Inn Bed & Breakfast
    150 Royal Pines Dr
    Arden, NC 28704-2717
    USA
    Phone: +1-828-681-5227
    Fax: +1-828-681-0420
    Toll-free: +1-888-353-5227
    Innkeeper(s)
    Leslie Kimball
    Rates:
    $100 - $190
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    Reviews

    Overall 4.32
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    Photo Album

    The Magnolia Room is our mid-range room with a queen-size bed, original heart pine floors, gas fireplace, and 12' high ceilings. The unique feature in this room is the full fabric canopy ceiling. Like all of our guestrooms, this room is air-conditioned and the private bathroom has a shower. We do allow pets in this room and keep a suitcase with toys and blankets in the armoire.The custom king size bed made from an antique door matches the window hanging above the bed. It is perfect for a family of three with its brass accented white day bed, skylight, and antique vanity table. The full bath has a brand new large tiled in shower. The Azalea Room has cable TV, DVD player, and a telephone. Because the room is fully carpeted, we do not allow pets in this room.
    The Lilac Room is the largest guest room in the main house and it features a king size bed, and a fireplace framed in ornamental ceramic tiles with a large original mantle and gas logs. There is cable TV and DVD player in the room along with a telephone and seating area. In addition, you can write up one our complimentary post cards at the antique writing desk. French doors leading to Helen's Balcony and the Inn's largest private bath with an antique cast iron tub and shower, that has dark blue outer enamel, brass claw feet and white porcelain inside, set the stage for returning to the slower, more relaxed times of the 1840's.This photo shows a portion of the living room and a piece of the kitchenette in the Carriage House Guest Suite.
    2 Dining Rooms can hold up to 70 people for weddings, receptions, meetings, showers, etc.Covered front porch with seating and hammock
    This photo shows the covered entryway to the house as well as some of the grounds, including the steps leading to the gazebo.1847 Blake house Inn Bed & Breakfast
    Second floor guest-only sitting and reading hallway with game table and chairs.Parking area and entrance in winter.
    Dogwood Room with king bed, fireplace, hardwood floors and 12' high ceilings. Private bathroom with shower.
    The Sycamore Suite, located on the first floor of the Carriage House, is perfect for families with children, people looking for an extended stay, and small groups. The suite, which can accommodate up to four adults and two children, includes a large bedroom with a king bed and a separate living room with a full-size sofabed. We also have a toddler bed and a rollaway bed for children. The bathroom is spacious and the kitchenette has a small refrigerator, oven/stove, coffee maker, and a table with four chairs. Continental breakfast is included in the nightly rate for the Suite and your kitchenette will be stocked for your stay. If you wish to enjoy the hot breakfast in the main house, please add $10 per person (age 6 and older) to the nightly rate. Please note: There are two steps down into the bathroom so this Suite is not wheelchair accessible. We apologize; however, pets are NOT permitted in the Sycamore Suite at this time.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Christian Travel
    • Family Travel
    • Gourmet food
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast
    • Historic Inn

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Italianate with Gothic Revival influence
    • Built in 1847
    • Opened for business in 1993
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1998
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (Plenty of off-street parking)