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  • Aaaahhhh.. a magical place to rest reclining on down furniture by the fire where all my cares float away
    Aaaahhhh...the creek, the magical creek
    Aaaahhh....the sunroom overlooks the creek and woods, and it is so warmly lit by the sunsplashed windows, that you will feel as if you are outside even in the summer...much less the winter! The only complaint is that the down chaise and lavish furnishings can't go home with you!
    Aaahhhh....it just keeps getting better... Three course breakfasts that look like "Martha" designed the tablesetting and the food. Your feast receives many accolades, and is served creekside anytime you desire! Favorites might be...eggs benedict or cheese souffle and North Carolina sausage for a 2nd course, silver dollar gingerbread pancakes with granny smith apple compote, or bread pudding with hot orange marmalade sauce and creme fraiche. Starbucks coffee or none at all!!!!!
    The pergula connects the charming inside of the inn to the natural beauty outside.
    Luxuriate in one or many of our Spa treatments.
    • Nightly Rate $90 - $295
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    • Reviews 16  
    • Rooms 4
    • Accepts Gift Cards

    • Address 780 Smith Dairy Road
      Columbus (Tryon Area), NC 28722
      USA
    • Phone+1-828-894-6393
    • EmailContact Innkeeper
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    Imagine a serene mountain creek winding through lush flower gardens full of butterflies and bring to your mind a place where the air is pure and imbued with the tranquility of the forest. As a guest at Butterfly Creek Inn, you’ll feel reconnected by the natural world and our lavish, well appointed rooms will allow you to slip into the ease of life and relax your soul. Our flexible check-in / check-out and breakfast times as well as our many add-on options allow you to create your own stay. Luxuriate with our professional spa treatments, mud or herbal wraps, massage, sugar or salt scrubs, all designed to rejuvenate your whole self. Then finish with our chromotherapy steam shower or a soak in the hot tub. Savor a candlelit three-course breakfast served on china and with crystal and silver service every morning, complete with fresh fruit, an entrée of your choosing (let us know if you have specific diet preferences) and Starbucks coffee. Or enjoy a reduced rate if you prefer a self-serve continental or none at all. Hike the trail to the waterfall or enjoy complimentary wine tastings at any of our four local vineyards and experience the quality of traditional handcrafted wines made from some of the best grapes in the country. Our most luxurious room here is the Queen Alexandra. This 800 square foot king suite features a fireplace, velvet sofa and large flat screen TV with satellite and DVD. It’s private bath has an oversized whirlpool tub, dual head shower for two, double sinks, water closet and private access to the pergola, gardens and hot tub under the stars. All of our rooms feature king beds draped in luxurious linens, private bathrooms and free WiFi. Most have, views of the creek and gardens and flat-screen TV’s with satellite. Our Isabella sleeps up to five with a king in the main room and a side room with a queen and a single.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 16 Reviews

    4.8 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
     

    Best Bed & Breakfast Ever!

    October 09, 2011

    Butterfly Creek in was the best Bed & Breakfast experience ever! Warm hospitality, wonderful accommodations and guidance on things to do in the area. We visited the top 2 wineries Sarah suggested and came away with some really fine wine. Sarah also made reservations at Giardini's for us - the food was fabulous. We highly recommend Butterfly Creek Inn...you won't be disappointed. Butterfly Creek Inn sets the standard for others to follow. Thanks Sarah for the warm hospitality, and excellent accommodations.., we will be back! T&J Florida

    4.4 out of 5
     

    Best Anniversary Yet

    August 05, 2011

    Just wanted to say how wonderful the hospitality was and the peace and quiet that we enjoyed at Butterfly Creek Inn. This was a surprise for my wonderfull wife and Sarah the innkeeper was willing to help in anyway to make this a special occasion and she did just that. The breakfasts were delicious and the ambiance was just right tranquil and soothing. Just out the driveway we rode our bicycles thru the beautiful country side. Anyway thanks again for helping us enjoy a very memorable anniversary that we’ll keep in our memory banks forever. Franklin & Aliene

    5 out of 5
     

    Fantastic Getaway

    July 26, 2011

    From the driveway on you enter an oasis of peace where the outside world melts away. This quaint cottage is a delight and the hospitality sets a new standard. We will be back. An instant favorite.

    5 out of 5
     

    Creekside Comfort & Serenity

    April 30, 2011

    From the moment you walk in, you can feel the peace and serenity of this lovely inn. Sarah has created a unique environment which soothes all of the senses. Whether you wish to take a walk in the country, enjoy an on-site massage, curl into one of the deep sofas for a good read, or even watch TV, it is all here. Breakfast menus and times were customized to our needs. Too many personal touches to mention. A visit here is truly a gift to your spirit!


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Pauline Loeffler

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    1 Cat

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $90 - $295

    Queen Alexandra

    Includes candlelit three-course breakfast served on china with crystal and silver service every morning. Our most private and luxurious King suite (800 square feet) features a massive filligree king bed covered in celedon chiffon and velvet, stone washed fireplace, velvet sofa, flat screen TV with satellite, DVD, floor to ceiling windows, bamboo floors, walk-in closet and private entrance to the pergola, gardens and hot tub under the stars. The private bath has an oversized whirlpool tub, dual head shower for two, double sinks and water closet.

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

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    The Isabella

    King bed draped in lemon sorbet linens and sheer canopy. It features lush views of Butterfly Creek and gardens, flat screen TV with Satellite, an adjoining room that sleeps three and private bath.

    • Maximum Capacity: 5
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin

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    Blue Pygmy

    This Vanderbilt inspired suite is best known for the heavenly sleep afforded from the Mahogany King bed in cream and blue silk, framed by an elegant half-canopy. It features a view of Butterfly Creek and gardens, flat screen TV with satellite and a private bath.

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

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    Japanese Emporer

    The clestial shade of amethyst distinguishes the spacious Japanese guest room as one of decadence and comfort. An oversized canopy of silk & embossed velvet grace the king bed. Features view of Butterfly Creek and gardens and private bath.

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

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    Old World Swallowtail

    Burgundy velveteen affords classic elegance and warmth to this King suite. Features flat screen TV with satellite and private bath.

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

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: anytime    Check Out: anytime

    • Deposit Amount Required: Reservations are guaranteed by providing your credit card information or pre-payment by check.

    • Cancellations: 2 weeks notice is required for cancellation. Your stay is non-refundable, but can be applied to a later booking, unless we can rebook your accomodation, and then you will receive full refund!.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Bring your own

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Please inquire

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 16 Reviews

    4.8 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
     

    Best Bed & Breakfast Ever!

    October 09, 2011

    Butterfly Creek in was the best Bed & Breakfast experience ever! Warm hospitality, wonderful accommodations and guidance on things to do in the area. We visited the top 2 wineries Sarah suggested and came away with some really fine wine. Sarah also made reservations at Giardini's for us - the food was fabulous. We highly recommend Butterfly Creek Inn...you won't be disappointed. Butterfly Creek Inn sets the standard for others to follow. Thanks Sarah for the warm hospitality, and excellent accommodations.., we will be back! T&J Florida

    4.4 out of 5
     

    Best Anniversary Yet

    August 05, 2011

    Just wanted to say how wonderful the hospitality was and the peace and quiet that we enjoyed at Butterfly Creek Inn. This was a surprise for my wonderfull wife and Sarah the innkeeper was willing to help in anyway to make this a special occasion and she did just that. The breakfasts were delicious and the ambiance was just right tranquil and soothing. Just out the driveway we rode our bicycles thru the beautiful country side. Anyway thanks again for helping us enjoy a very memorable anniversary that we’ll keep in our memory banks forever. Franklin & Aliene

    5 out of 5
     

    Fantastic Getaway

    July 26, 2011

    From the driveway on you enter an oasis of peace where the outside world melts away. This quaint cottage is a delight and the hospitality sets a new standard. We will be back. An instant favorite.

    5 out of 5
     

    Creekside Comfort & Serenity

    April 30, 2011

    From the moment you walk in, you can feel the peace and serenity of this lovely inn. Sarah has created a unique environment which soothes all of the senses. Whether you wish to take a walk in the country, enjoy an on-site massage, curl into one of the deep sofas for a good read, or even watch TV, it is all here. Breakfast menus and times were customized to our needs. Too many personal touches to mention. A visit here is truly a gift to your spirit!

    5 out of 5
     

    Very Special Place

    April 10, 2011

    Wow....how do I even begin to describe what a lovely weekend we had at Butterfly Creek Inn?! My husband and I went with our best friends and spent one night. The inn is beautifully decorated with comfy sofas, artwork, and books everywhere. The gardens are gorgeous with fun art enhancing the flowers, shrubs, etc. And the rooms are also amazing...incredibly comfortable bed and linens (that smell really good too). But the real gem at Butterfly is Sarah, the innkeeper. She makes you feel like this is your house for the weekend. She tailors your visit to your likes...from customizing breakfast (which was delicious) to the books that she leaves in your room. We had a wonderful weekend and loved spending time in the this part of NC. Don't miss this place. It is truly special.

    5 out of 5
     

    Idyllic retreat

    February 28, 2011

    Every element at this magical inn was perfect-ambiance, accommodations, breakfast, gardens, hospitality. It is a magical, nurturing, delightful retreat. We had a wonderful time and want to go back! We'll be talking about our stay for a long while. Perfect!

    5 out of 5
     

    A Magical Retreat!

    July 09, 2010

    This is a magical place that understands guest needs and how to pamper them...The best theraputic massage I have ever had.

    5 out of 5
     

    Butterfly Kisses

    December 11, 2009

    There is nothing like the anticipation of that first kiss, nor anything that you will always remember as much. Our stay at BCI was like being kissed by butterflies. Every corner everything was a new experience, like being kissed for the 1st time. We will always remember how special it was and its. A freat place for couples to renew, restore, retreat and revive their passion, or begin a new life.


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  • Location Type

    • Creek side, winery

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    City -

    • Directions to property:
      3 miles from I-26, I-74, and the nearby towns of Columbus, Tryon, Lake Lure and Landrum, you can experience the best of small town life without a long drive. Dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, the arts and a mountain view await you. Opportunities abound during your stay - explore the local area or take a day trip to experience more of what this scenic region has to offer.

    Airport

    • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville)

    • Directions to property:
      From either Asheville or Greenville, we are about 45 minutes away. I-26, Columbus, Tryon Exit....check website for detailed directions...just 3 miles away from exit---


    Area Attractions

    • Theatre,Golf, Rafting, boating, fishing, antiquing

    • Wineries,Lake Lure, Chimney Rock,Pearson Falls

    • Creekside views, strolls to our Waterfall

    • Winery

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Whitewater Rafting

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  • Amenities

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    Property highlights

    • Comfort and amenities beyond compare

    • Fabulously elegant furnishings, antiques and art

    • Girls weekend escapes!

    • Incredible breakfasts served anytime!

    • Spa weekends

    • Walk to waterfall, views of the creek

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • Board games

    • Spa

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Turndown Service

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • creek side views

    • Waterfall and hiking trails

    • "one of NC's most romantic inns"

    • Extraordinary spa services,alternative therapies

    • Signature 3 course gourmet breakfast anytime!!!!!!

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: 3 course gourmet or continental

    • Time Served: anytime!!!!

    • Serving Location: bedside,Dining Room

    Signature Dish

    Baked Eggs with Pancetta on Shredded Potato Nests
    Our 3 course full service breakfast starts with deliciously fresh fruit, yogurt and toppings. Choose from a variety of entrees including but not limited to, Eggs Benedict, our signature Baked Eggs with Pancetta on Shredded Potato Nests, French Toast Casserole, Waffles all with bacon or sausage and choice of croissant or english muffin. For 3rd we offer a treat desert, usually fresh baked from the local farmer's market. Ask us about our reduced rates for self serve continental or no breakfast.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • candlelight desserts

    • picnics

    Additional food services

    • afternoon appetizers

    • bedside treats

    • breakfast "to go"

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Butterfly Creek Inn's Signature Bread Pudding
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: l hour+

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