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Balsam Mountain Inn
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  • This is an authentic 105 year old Country Inn tucked in among the Western NC mountain peaks at 3500 feet. The Balsam Mountain Inn has been selected by the National Geographic as representative of Appalachia's culture and heritage. 50 vintage rooms, full restaurant,1/2 mile to Blue Ridge Parkway close to the Smoky Mountain Park. A geat place to stay, eat and leave the cares of the modern world behind.

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  • Inn Details

    Authentic 105 year old Country Inn with vintage furnishings. 50 rooms and suites, a full service restaurant with wine list, and mixed drinks. Every room is different, two 100 foot porches with rockers, a living room like lobby and a 2,000 volume library. Antique shops, white water rafting, mountain hiking. Trails on property.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Car Club Gatherings

    • Corporate Retreats

    • Family gatherings

    • Religious Retreats

    • Antiques/decor

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Ceiling fans

    On Site:

    • Alarm clock

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Gift Shop

    • Walking Trails

    • Solitude

    • Full Restaurant

    • Flower Arrangements

    • Gratious relaxing Areas

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    Nightly Rate

    $145 - $229

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Deposit amount required: first Night

    • Cancellations: 7 days prior to arrival date

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Full bar and extensive wine list

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • 5 Day Special w/ Sunday Arrival
      Percent off: 30% Days required: 5

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8 AM to 10 AM

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room, On-site restaurant

    Signature Dish

    Shrimp and Grits
    Shrimp sautéed with tasso, leeks and shallots, nestled on a bed of garlic cheese grits, then finished with a white wine cream sauce.

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Mountains

    City

    • Asheville

    • Distance to city: 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Traveling from Atlanta area (Approx. 2 1/2 hours) * Travel I-75 or I-85 north to I-985 at Gainesville – Stay on I-985 to Hwy 44l * Stay on 44l to Dillsboro where you get on Hwy 23/74 toward Waynesville/Sylva * Hwy 23/74 bypasses Sylva. After about 8 miles you will be going up Balsam Gap passing mile marker 93 . *- "Balsam Next Right" sign will be after MM 93 near the top of the mountain. * Take this right onto Candlestick Lane. * Turn right again almost immediately onto Cabin Flats Road. Stay on that road crossing the RR tracks twice in about a l/4 mile. * The Inn ( Seven Springs Drive) is Straight ahead after crossing the RR tracks a second time. Traveling from Asheville area (Approx 35 minutes) * I-40 to exit 27, that road becomes 23/74 – travel approximately l3 miles and just after you cross under the Blue Ridge Parkway and pass mile marker 94 * Take the next left just as you start down hill. There is a signs: noting you are Entering Jackson County, RV & truck "U" turn, and a Balsam next left sign. * Take this left onto Candlestick Lane. * Turn right again almost immediately onto Cabin Flats Road. Stay on that road crossing the RR tracks twice in about a l/4 mile. * The Inn ( Seven Springs Drive) is Straight ahead after crossing the RR tracks a second time. Traveling from Knoxville (Approx. 11/2 Hours) Same directions as from Asheville just coming from Knoxville on RT 40 instead of Asheville

    Airport

    • Asheville, NC (AVL) 33 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Traveling from Asheville area (Approx 35 minutes) * I-40 to exit 27, that road becomes 23/74 – travel approximately l3 miles and just after you cross under the Blue Ridge Parkway and pass mile marker 94 * Take the next left just as you start down hill. There is a signs: noting you are Entering Jackson County, RV & truck "U" turn, and a Balsam next left sign. * Take this left onto Candlestick Lane. * Turn right again almost immediately onto Cabin Flats Road. Stay on that road crossing the RR tracks twice in about a l/4 mile. * The Inn ( Seven Springs Drive) is Straight ahead after crossing the RR tracks a second time. Traveling from Knoxville (Approx. 11/2 Hours) Same directions as from Asheville just coming from Knoxville on RT 40 instead of Asheville

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Great Smoky Mountain Rail Road

    • Harra's

    • Blue Ridge Parkway

    • Biltmore 30 Miles

    • White Water Rafting

    • Great Smoky Mountains

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Victorian style with modern ammenities

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Balsam Mountain Inn is a jewel hidden away in a richly historic Western North Carolina Community near Waynesville, North Carolina. My wife and I stayed there during the second week of December to celebrate our anniversary and we experienced the charm and excellent hospitality of a quality B & B! The Inn’s rustic charm is accented by its period design and the rooms are appointed to enhance that experience. Despite the single digit outside temperature, the staff that Inn Keepers Kim & Sharon have acquired made us feel warm and attended to throughout our stay. Balsam Mountain Inn is an adventure in waiting. Rev. Paul J. Brown

    Wonderful Place - Step Back in Time!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I highly recommend this place if you are in need of relaxation. No TV, radio or clock in the rooms. Absolutely wonderful library, sitting areas, front porch with rockers to enjoy the gorgeous mountain views. They sell local artist items which are very reasonably priced. And the food served at the restaurant is outstanding. I will be back!

    Great Valentine weekend getaway!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    This was our first stay at the Balsam Mountain Inn. We came to the Inn because of the Songwriters-in-the Round concert. This was a wonderful Valentine’s weekend event! The evening included a delicious dinner buffet followed by almost 2 hours of acoustic performances by 3 incredible Nashville musicians!! For about $50/person for the concert and buffet it was an evening to remember!! The Inn is definitely a unique lodging experience, with turn of the century atmosphere and furnishings. We enjoyed our room but the bathroom was very small. Since this is a 100+year old hotel, the walls are very thin, which does not lend itself to sound proof rooms. But we loved the old world feel, no TV’s and solitude of this location. We came on a snowy weekend and the innkeeper was VERY helpful when our car became stuck in the snow. The restaurant food was very good (A-) and we would enjoy dining here again.

    LOVED IT!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    I just returned from my first stay. Loved the atmosphere and the food. I will be back and am already telling all my friends. What a great place for relaxation and excellent food and service. Charming, check out their website, that is where I found out about the inn. It is as good as it looks on the web.

    Perfect mountin retreat

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    I stayed for just over two weeks in July. As part of a film crew I haven't stayed in any hotels or inns that were as perfect as this place. The staff had such an easy going attitude and truly showed what southern hospitality is all about. They were there with anything and everything I needed and wanted. The restaurant is a great place to eat a good meal and enjoy a glass of wine. The menu could use a few more options. But overall, it was a wonderful experience. I would recommend this place to anyone

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