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  • Welcome to the 1900 Inn on Montford, a AAA Four Diamond Bed and Breakfast. We have four rooms and a suite in the main house and two suites and a guest room in our pet-friendly carriage house, Griffin Cottage. King size beds, fireplaces, whirlpools, and steam baths.
    Zeldas Retreat is an 1100 sq ft 5-room suite on the third floor of the Inn. Three fireplaces, private deck and entrance, wet bar with microwave, coffee/tea maker and refrigerator make this a secluded place to relax. A second sitting room has a 40 inch HDTV, DVD player and comfortable seating.
    The bedroom in Zeldas Retreat has a king size bed and armoire for clothes. To the left is the wet bar in the living room.
    The shower in Zeldas Retreat is thermostatically controlled with seven body jets and a steam bath.
    The all-marble bathroom is the highlight of Zeldas Retreat with a two person whirlpool, fireplace, and two person shower. You may never want to leave!
    Griffin Cottage is our new carriage house to the rear of the main inn. It contains three pet-friendly units with enclosed gardens - the William Morris and Rossetti on the ground floor, and the Cloisters on the second floor. The Spa Room in the Cloisters is above the porte cochere.
    The Cloisters is our 1300 sq ft suite on the second floor of our carriage house, Griffin Cottage. The 24 x 20 ft living room features a 50" Plasma HDTV over the fireplace, a butler's station with refrigerator, convection/microwave, coffee/tea maker, HD Satellite receiver and DVD player.
    The 6' x 8' shower in the Cloisters features multiple body jets and a rain head shower. Two pull-down seats allow you to enjoy your steam bath.
    The Spa room in the Cloisters contains a spectacular two-person whirlpool with an airbath and 12-jet shiatsu massage, a fireplace, and fresh plants.
    The bedroom in the Cloisters has a king size bed. A push of a button by the bed conveniently turns off all the lights in the suite for a comfortable night's rest! And, if you would like to watch a DVD before you fall asleep, a 40 inch HDTV rises from the credenza.
    Relax in your spectacular whirlpool with the French doors open to your private enclosed garden! It's as though you were taking a whirlpool outside. The king size bed is shown to the right.
    The Rossetti suite is one of our two pet-friendly ground-floor units in our new carriage house, Griffin Cottage. Enjoy your whirlpool, fireplace and butler's station complete with coffee/tea maker, refrigerator, and convection/microwave oven. There is a 42" plasma HDTV and DVD player. To the right is your shower with multiple body jets and a steam bath, and a king size bed.
    The enclosed back garden in the Rossetti suite provides the ideal location for breakfast, delivered to your door each morning, and allows your pets to freely move between the garden and the suite.
    The William Morris is room is one of two pet-friendly ground-floor units in the carriage house. Your French doors open onto your enclosed, private back garden. To the left is your 5 x 7 ft shower with multiple body jets, a rain head shower and steam bath.
    Enjoy the fireplace in the William Morris room or swivel the leather chairs to watch TV on your 30" LCD HDTV and DVD player. Your butler's station has a refrigerator, convection/microwave oven, coffe/tea maker, and dishes and glassware.
    The king bed in the William Morris room provides a great night's rest. And the TV extends so you can watch TV in bed, if you wish.
    Your private, enclosed garden is perfect for enjoying your breakfast, delivered to your door each morning. It also is perfect for your pets!
    The Fitzgerald has been completely renovated with king bed, two-person airbath tub, walk-in shower, fiber optic lighting in floor and ceiling. The bedroom has a 47" HDTV, DVD Player, fireplace, personal refrigerator and Air Conditioning.
    The Fitzgerald bathroom has a two person air bath tub filling from the ceiling, four Kohler rain-head showers with fiber optic lighting in the ceiling and floor. It has had 60,000 "repins" on Pinterest!
    The Edith Wharton room is 15 x 15 ft. It has a king size bed, club chair and side chair, gas fireplace, air conditioning, and desk.
    The Edith Wharton room has a 32 inch LCD HDTV with a DVD Player, a personal refrigerator in the closet, and a jacuzzi-style whirlpool with a shower above.
    The O.Henry is a comfortable 15 x 15 ft corner room. It has a king size bed, fireplace, 32" HDTV, DVD Player, air conditioning, desk and personal refrigerator.
    The O. Henry room has a 32" inch HDTV and DVD player and two comfortable club chairs.
    • Nightly Rate $145 - $625
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    • Reviews 39  
    • Rooms 8
    • Accepts Gift Cards

    • Address 296 Montford Avenue
      Asheville, NC 28801
      USA
    • Phone+1-828-254-9569
    • Fax+1-828-254-9518
    • Toll free+1-800-254-9569
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    Intimate and Romantic - The 1900 Inn on Montford invites you to be our guest and discover bed and breakfast comfort and hospitality with a warmth and graciousness that is reminiscent of Biltmore's Gilded Age. The Inn has been lovingly and thoughtfully restored to create the inviting ambience of past splendor and elegance. The residence was designed in 1900 by Richard Sharp Smith, Supervising Architect for Biltmore House. Today it is an elegant AAA Four Diamond Bed and Breakfast furnished with English and American antiques dating from 1670 to 1910. All of our exquisite rooms have private ensuite baths, king size beds, and fireplaces. All bathrooms have showers. Four bathrooms have whirlpool baths and one a clawfoot tub. Griffin Cottage, our new carriage house has three deluxe accommodations: the William Morris room and the Rossetti suite on the ground floor and the 1300 sq ft Cloisters as the entire second floor. Tumbled marble is used throughout for the floors and shower walls. All have separate showers with steam baths and two person whirlpools. The living room in the Cloisters features hand-carved paneling. All of Griffin Cottage is "children and pet friendly" with enclosed back gardens and "doggy trundle beds" in the ground floor rooms. All rooms have wired and wireless high speed Internet access.

    Rooms & Rates


    Zelda's Retreat

    1 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bath, sleeps4
    Average Nightly Rate $305
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    Fitzgerald

    1 King Beds, Private Bath, sleeps2
    Average Nightly Rate $262
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    Thomas Wolfe

    1 King Beds, Private Bath, sleeps2
    Average Nightly Rate $202
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    Edith Wharton

    1 King Beds, Private Bath, sleeps2
    Average Nightly Rate $180
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    O. Henry

    1 King Beds, Private Bath, sleeps2
    Average Nightly Rate $160
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    Professionally Inspected

    Diamond Collection Inspected and Certified

    Inspector Insights: Intimate, romantic, private escape in the heart of historic Asheville. Exceptional luxury suites; welcoming, experienced innkeepers.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 39 Reviews

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

    Explanation of Our Ratings

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

    lovely place

    November 22, 2012

    Had a great weekend here and loved the Saturday night live music

    5 out of 5
     

    Top Notch

    October 15, 2012

    The owner Lynn was wonderful, very personable! We enjoyed chatting with her, (Ron was not there when we were there). The house is beautifully decorated, the two breakfasts we had were scrumptous and our room, the Fitzgerald Room, was large but comfy w/remote fireplace and a large flat screen TV, and with an awesome bathroom! Yes the bathroom, all granite and mosaic tiles, floor lights that even twinkle, the ceiling shower was amazing. We did not use the spa tub, but it looked inviting. You usually do not find a bathroom quite like this especially in a 112 yr old bed and breakfast. If in Asheville ever again, we definately will stay at the 1900 Inn at Montford again!!!

    5 out of 5
     

    Need to Unwind? Head to The 1900 Inn on Montford

    October 08, 2012

    You will love this inn. We chose one of the detached rooms with a delightful private garden. Sumptuous breakfasts were delivered each morning with a smile. The room had a top-notch coffee maker, refrigerator, awesome steam shower, spa tub, heated floor, leather rockers facing an easy to operate fireplace, large screen TV with a DVD player (all concealed in an armoire--so you can use it or ignore it), comfortable bed, lovely sheets, and all the amenities that let you know the owners take comfort seriously. A social hour at 6:00 each evening allows you to meet other guests over a glass of wine if you are back from the art galleries, the Biltmore, or the hiking trails. Excellent local musicians play and entertain during the social hour on Saturday. The inn is within close walking distance of one of the top five restaurants in Asheville (Nine Mile). The owners, Lynn and Ron, are delightful and quite helpful in planning a great Asheville experience. We came back renewed. As I said, you will love this inn. While the garden rooms are certainly pet friendly, the rooms and garden areas are exquisite, immaculate, and show no signs of previous pet tenants, so don't hesitate to book one even if you are leaving the pets at home with a sitter (as we did.)

    4.4 out of 5
     

    this is a fine place to stay

    April 11, 2012

    ron and lynn own the inn they do a great job. it was a fun stay in asheville and i definitely would stay here again. so would my lover.


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    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Lynn and Ron Carlson

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $145 - $625

    Zelda's Retreat

    Our secluded 5-room suite offers the ultimate in luxury. The entire 3rd floor - 1,100 sq. ft. - is yours! The large bedroom has a king size bed and armoire. The luxurious marble bathroom is the centerpiece of Zelda's Retreat. Complete with whirlpool, fireplace and TV, it offers the ideal place to relax. There is also a multi-jet shower and steam bath. Relax by the fireplace in the sitting room with a Coffee/Tea maker, microwave and refrigerator. A second sitting room has a 40" HDTV and two pull-out twin beds. There is a private balcony and entrance.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King, 2 Twin

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $375/$235
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    Fitzgerald

    The Fitzgerald is a charming 18' by 20' corner room which has been totally renovated. It features a king bed, 47" LCD TV and DVD Player,two comfortable club chairs, bathroom with two person air-jet tub, walk in shower with four rain-heads in ceiling, and fiber optic lighting in the floor and ceiling.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $295/$230
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    Thomas Wolfe

    The Thomas Wolfe Room, named after Asheville's famous author, is 19' by 19'. The bed is a king size sleigh bed. The private bath has a whirlpool with shower above. It has an English Victorian dressing table/desk, a chest of drawers from the Island of Jersey circa mid 19th century and a mahogany Georgian-style wardrobe with mirrored doors. There are also two very comfortable club chairs. A 27" LCD TV and DVD player is also available.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $240/$165
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    Edith Wharton

    The Edith Wharton room drapes, bed hangings, and linens are all Ralph Lauren fabrics: black Isadora and a black gingham companion pattern. There is a desk and high-speed DSL wired and wireless Internet access. The armoire houses a 25" TV/DVD. The walls are painted a pale green with pale green wall to wall carpeting. The private bath has a jacuzzi-style whirlpool with a shower above. The private bath has a whirlpool with shower above.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $205/$155
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    O. Henry

    The O.Henry is a charming, south-facing room approximately 15' x 15'. The room has a king size bed, a desk and two comfortable club chairs for reading or enjoying the fireplace or LCD TV and DVD player. A desk and wired and wireless connection for high speed Internet access also makes this room ideal for the business traveler.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $185/$135
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    William Morris Room

    The William Morris room is located on the ground floor of Griffin Cottage. It is wheel-chair accessible, has a king-size bed, LCD widescreen TV, DVD/CD player, 5.1 surround sound, convection/microwave, automatic ice maker, refrigerator, and Flavia coffee/tea maker. The large multi-jet shower is thermostatically controlled plus a steam bath. The whirlpool has a 12-jet shiatsu massage, 12-jet air bath and chromatherapy lighting. Private gardens allow you to open the French doors and seem like you’re taking a whirlpool outside! The room is children and pet friendly with a “doggie trundle bed”.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $365/$225
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    Rossetti Suite

    The Rossetti Suite is located on the ground floor of Griffin Cottage. It has two rooms with a king-size bed, two club chairs, 42” plasma TV, DVD/CD player, 5.1 surround sound, convection/microwave, automatic ice maker, refrigerator, and Flavia coffee/tea maker. The large multi-jet shower is thermostatically controlled plus a steam bath. The whirlpool has a 12-jet shiatsu massage, 12-jet air bath and chromatherapy lighting. Private gardens allow you to open the French doors and seem like you’re taking a whirlpool outside! The room is children and pet friendly with a “doggie trundle bed

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $425/$250
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    The Cloisters

    The Cloisters is our incredible 1300 sq ft second floor suite. The living room, with its hand-carved paneling, has a four person Inglenook fireplace, 50" plasma with 6.1 surround sound and DVD/CD/DVD-A/SACD player for the ultimate in visual and sound reproduction. There are stereo speakers in the bedroom, SPA room and shower. The SPA room, over the porte cochére, has a fireplace and a two person whirlpool with a 12-jet shiatsu massage, 12-jet air bath and chromatherapy lighting. The large 6’ x 8’ shower has multi-jet shower heads and a steam bath. Massage services are available.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King, 1 Twin

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $595/$325
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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 - 10:00 pm    Check Out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum Stay: 2 nights weekends and holidays

    • Deposit Amount Required: Advance deposit for one night, or, for longer reservations, half of the total reservation.

    • Cancellations: Fourteen days; 30 days for October and holidays. A $25 fee per night applies if cancelled prior to the cancellation period.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Drinks allowed in the room.

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Children allowed in Zelda's Retreat or Griffin Cottage only

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • Third night discount
      Percent Off: 0% Days Required: 3

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 39 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
     

    lovely place

    November 22, 2012

    Had a great weekend here and loved the Saturday night live music

    5 out of 5
     

    Top Notch

    October 15, 2012

    The owner Lynn was wonderful, very personable! We enjoyed chatting with her, (Ron was not there when we were there). The house is beautifully decorated, the two breakfasts we had were scrumptous and our room, the Fitzgerald Room, was large but comfy w/remote fireplace and a large flat screen TV, and with an awesome bathroom! Yes the bathroom, all granite and mosaic tiles, floor lights that even twinkle, the ceiling shower was amazing. We did not use the spa tub, but it looked inviting. You usually do not find a bathroom quite like this especially in a 112 yr old bed and breakfast. If in Asheville ever again, we definately will stay at the 1900 Inn at Montford again!!!

    5 out of 5
     

    Need to Unwind? Head to The 1900 Inn on Montford

    October 08, 2012

    You will love this inn. We chose one of the detached rooms with a delightful private garden. Sumptuous breakfasts were delivered each morning with a smile. The room had a top-notch coffee maker, refrigerator, awesome steam shower, spa tub, heated floor, leather rockers facing an easy to operate fireplace, large screen TV with a DVD player (all concealed in an armoire--so you can use it or ignore it), comfortable bed, lovely sheets, and all the amenities that let you know the owners take comfort seriously. A social hour at 6:00 each evening allows you to meet other guests over a glass of wine if you are back from the art galleries, the Biltmore, or the hiking trails. Excellent local musicians play and entertain during the social hour on Saturday. The inn is within close walking distance of one of the top five restaurants in Asheville (Nine Mile). The owners, Lynn and Ron, are delightful and quite helpful in planning a great Asheville experience. We came back renewed. As I said, you will love this inn. While the garden rooms are certainly pet friendly, the rooms and garden areas are exquisite, immaculate, and show no signs of previous pet tenants, so don't hesitate to book one even if you are leaving the pets at home with a sitter (as we did.)

    4.4 out of 5
     

    this is a fine place to stay

    April 11, 2012

    ron and lynn own the inn they do a great job. it was a fun stay in asheville and i definitely would stay here again. so would my lover.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    The Cabin is a true Gem!

    November 01, 2011

    We just spent an amazing weekend at the Inns beautiful mountain retreat. Upon our arrival we were impressed with the grandeur and decor of the Inn itself. After visiting with the warm and welcoming owners we then followed Ron to their cabin in the woods, which was a mere 15 minute drive away. I fell in love at first sight! It was a quaint cabin overlooking a creek, settled right into the forrest. Once inside we were awed by the beauty and the rustic furnishings. I was as excited as a child with a new puppy! Everywhere I turned I was squealing with delight! We spent endless hours in the PRIVATE hot tub and took full advantage of the furnished kitchen. Lyn has gone to great lenghts reviewing local eateries. Her reviews had us truly entertained! We read them all, and they were plentiful! It was wonderful KNOWING we would have a great dining experience, as this was our first trip to Asheville. No where else have we received such sought after advice! My only regret is being unable to join the owners for their social hour, we were still pruny from the hot tub! The location could not be more convenient. With the feel of being completely secluded, you are but a short drive (6 minutes) to dining and shopping and only a little further to downtown Weaverville with all of it's charm. I can not wait to visit again!

    5 out of 5
     

    Superb Inn for touring Asheville

    September 15, 2011

    Where can you go for an unsurpassed B&B experience including inspired conversation with the architect who consults with the owners? It's exciting to be part of relaxed talk centering around restaurants, architecture, history and the ambiance of Asheville. This happens every late afternoon as the B&B house guests return from their fun-filled, busy days in the area. Guests from around the country (and beyond!) gather to share stories of what they've done that day along with plans for the next. The architect drops in occasionally to talk about his ideas for the house (although we don't know what the owners can improve upon, it's already perfect!) The rooms are so well-appointed and comfortable that you'll want to stay at least 2 or 3 nights. Breakfasts are gourmet and served in the beautiful large dining room, full of period furniture. There are many adjectives to describe bed and breakfast experiences. This one tops them all.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    Wonderful breakfasts

    August 16, 2011

    My husband and I just got back from a weekend getaway. We have stayed at serveral B&B's in Asheville over the past few years and really loved this one! The location was great, about a 15 minute walk to downtown. The rooms were lovely and the breakfasts were the best! The inn was built in 1900 and has lots of character! I would stay here again!

    5 out of 5
     

    A charming stay

    July 27, 2011

    We just left the charming 1900 Inn on Montford after a lovely stay with delightful innkeepers. Our room, the Fitzgerald, has recently been redone and was very attractive and comfortable, with quite the stylish bathroom. Our breakfasts were delicious, the amenities (with drinks and snacks always available) were top notch -- but I think we appreciated the caring, knowledgeable and entertaining innkeepers the most. We will definitely be back.


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  • Location Type

    • Historic District

    • City

    • Mountains

    City - Asheville

    • Distance to city: 0 miles

    • Directions to property:
      I-240 to Exit 4C. Right onto Montford Ave. Inn is 2/3 mile on left.

    Airport

    • Asheville, NC (AVL) 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-26W to I-240 Leave at Exit 4C. Take right at light onto Haywood St. Right at next light onto Montford Ave. Inn is 2/3 mile on left.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Biltmore Estates

    • Chimney Rock

    • Blue Ridge Parkway

    • Carl Sandberg Home at Flat Rock

    • Pisgah National Forest

    • Ballooning

    • Cycling

    • Hiking

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Billiards

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Whitewater Rafting

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property highlights

    • Enclosed gardens for pets

    • Fitzgerald bathroom has gone viral / pinterest.com

    • Secluded, private pet-friendly suites

    • Small Weddings, Elopements

    • The Ultimate Spa Experience

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Videos

    • Wet bar

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • FP in Suite LR & Bathroom & Cloister LR & SPA room

    • Wired/wireless High Speed Internet Access in Rooms

    • Wet Bar in Suite & Griffin Cottage

    • Private Entrance to Suite & Griffin Cottage

    • TV in Rossetti & Cloister LR and Bedrooms

    • Microwave in Suite & Griffin Cottage

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9:00 a.m.

    • Serving Location: Dining Room,Guest room

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Coffee or tea in your room at 8 a.m.

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