Bright Leaf Junction Hotel and Restaurant bed and breakfast - Hot Springs, North Carolina. Hot Springs Bed and Breakfast Inns.

Bright Leaf Junction Hotel and Restaurant

Located directly on the Appalachian Trail and adjacent to the only naturally occuring hot springs in the state of NC, is the region's newest and most exciting option for food and lodging. Described in print as "wildly different", the historic Bright Leaf Junction Hotel and Restaurant, seamlessly integrates the old and the new... The romance of the past is preserved while the modern amenities of a full service hotel are provided. The vibrant colors and stunning decor compliment the character of the original architectural details which include tin ceilings, heart pine floors and skylights throughout. A 25 foot atrium with soaring two-story fireplace, sweeping staircase, loft lounge with catwalk and swirled concrete bar combine with the owners innovative approach to Southern Hospitality to define this space as the most unique in the area and well beyond.

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Bright Leaf Junction Hotel and Restaurant

Location

Location is best described as:
- French Broad River
- NC Scenic Highway
- On Appalachian Trail
- Downtown
- Mountains
- Small town
Nearest major city: Asheville, NC (35 miles South East)
Directions to property:
From Charlotte: Take I-85 South to Exit 17 Dallas/Lincolton/Gaston College (~18 miles). Take Hwy 321 North to I-40 West (~70 miles). Take I-240 West at Exit 53B (~5 miles). After 8 miles on I-240 West, merge onto US-19 N/US-23 N toward Weaverville. Shortly thereafter, take the US-25/US-70 exit 19A toward Marshall and veer a slight right. Stay on the winding US-25N/US-70W for approximately 21 miles. Take a left to continue on US-25N/US-70W. After the railroad tracks, the building is directly to your left at the corner of Andrews and Bridge Street. Please enter through the Andrews entrance.

From Atlanta: Take I-85 North for ~140 miles. Merge onto I-185N/US-29N at Exit 42 (toward Greenville). Take Exit 15 toward Traveler’s Rest. Shortly thereafter, turn left onto White Horse Rd./US-25N. Follow US-25 North for approximately 35 miles. Stay strait to go onto US-25 Truck N. Merge onto 1-26W/US-74 W and continue on for approximately 22 miles. Merge onto I-240 East (toward Asheville). Take Exit 4A on the left to pick up US-19N/US-23N (toward UNC-A/Weaverville). Take the US-25/US-70 exit 19A toward Marshall and veer a slight right. Stay on the winding US-25N/US-70W for approximately 21 miles. Take a left to continue on US-25N/US-70W. After the railroad tracks, the building is directly to your left at the corner of Andrews and Bridge Street. Please enter through the Andrews entrance.
Nearest major airport: Asheville, NC (AVL) 40 miles
Directions from airport:
Take I-26W/US-74 W and continue on for approximately 22 miles. Merge onto I-26 W/I-240 East (toward Asheville). Take Exit 4A on the left to I-26/US-19N/US-23N (toward UNC-A/Weaverville). Take the US-25/US-70 exit 19A toward Marshall. Stay on the winding US-25N/US-70W for approximately 21 miles. Take a left crossing over the Laurel River to continue on US-25N/US-70W. After the railroad tracks, the building is directly to your left at the corner of Andrews and Bridge Street. Please enter through the Andrews entrance.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change

State and local taxes may apply
Accommodations: Queens/Kings/Jacuzzi Suites
There are 15 guest accommodations (15 with private baths)
Single occupancy rate is between $ 69.00 and $ 189.00
Double occupancy rate is between $ 69.00 and $ 189.00
The rate for each additional person is $ .00
Other Accommodations: Adjoining room combinations
The hotel offers 7 Queen Rooms with skylights or windows, 2 King Window Rooms, 1 King Mini-Suite, and 2 Jacuzzi King Suites. All rooms have one bed with the exception of 202, 203 and 204 which offer a sitting area with a daybed for one additional guest. All rooms can be adjoined to make multiple bedroom/bathroom accommodations.

Amenities

In Room
Air conditioning	Alarm clock
Amenities Basket	Ceiling fans
Coffee/Tea facilities	Data port
Fridge	Hairdryer
Hot tub/whirlpool tub	Internet Service
Microwave	Radio
Turndown Service	Wi-Fi

On Site
Bath robes	Board games
CD player	Computer
Copier	DVD Player
Fax Machine	Fireplace
Piano	Satellite/Cable TV
TV	Telephone
Videos	Washer/dryer
Wedding Facilities	Wet bar

Meals

A Champagne Breakfast in Bed breakfast is available for purchase
Breakfast is served from: Anytime Guest Chooses
Breakfast is served in the area of Inn guest chooses!, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room, In room, On-site restaurant
Lunch is available by special request
Dinner is available
Additional food services included in room rate: inc.w/pkg 5-course Fireside Dinner for 2, inc.w/pkg Champagne Breakfast Baskets, inc.w/pkg Gourmet Picnic Backpack in, inc.w/pkg Welcome Banquet-Wine Cheese Br
Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
Our signature dish is a 5-Course Dinner for 2 Fireside
DINNER INCLUDES ALL COURSES
(All preparations are just suggestions. Tell us how you like it and we will make every accomodation to grant your request.)

APPETIZER

ANTIPASTI PLATTER FOR 2 – ASSORTMENT of MEATS, CHEESES MARINATED VEGETABLES AND OLIVES SERVED W/ FOCCACIA BREAD

CARPACCIO OF BEEF – TENDERLOIN SLICED THIN W/ TRADITIONAL GARNISH OF CAPERS, PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO CHEESE AND EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

BRIGHT LEAF BRUSCHETTA – ITALIAN BREAD BRUSHED WITH GARLIC INFUSED OLIVE OIL AND TOPPED W/ DICED PEPPERS ,ONIONS, TOMATOS AND MELTED PARMESAN.

SHRIMP THREE WAYS YOUR CHOICE OF PREPARATION:

DOLCE - ITALIAN SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP
THAI – THAI SEASONINGS AND A SPLASH OF PLUM WINE
SCAMPI – BROILED IN BUTTER, GARLIC, LEMON AND WINE.

SOUP & SALAD

SOUP OF THE DAY- PREPARED WITH THE FRESHEST OF INGREDIENTS.

“BRIGHT” LEAF SALAD – COLORFUL MIX OF CRISP GREENS TOPPED WITH TRI-COLORED BELL PEPPEERS, ROMA TOMATO AND OUR SIGNATURE DRESSING...A REDUCTION OF AGED BALSAMIC AND LOCAL BLACKBERRY PRESERVES.

ENTREES

CLASSIC CHICKEN MARSALA LIGHTLY DREDGED IN FLOUR AND SAUTEED IN BUTTER W/MUSHROOMS, GARLIC, FRESH BASIL AND SWEET MARSALA WINE.

PORK LOIN MEDALLIONS PAN-SEARED WITH A CRANBERRY-PEAR CIDER GLAZE

HAND-CUT STEAK PAN-SEARED AND TOPPED WITH (ALL OR YOUR CHOICE)SAUTEED MUSHROOMS, CARMELIZED ONIONS, TOASTED GARLIC.

GRILLED SALMON - GLAZED W/ BOURBON-MOLASSES-MANDARIN ORANGE FINISHED W/SIZZLING BROWN BUTTER

VEGETARIAN SELECTION – CHEF'S CHOICE OF THE FRESHEST VEGETABLES INCORPORATED INTO A CREATION THAT CHANGES DAILY

DESSERT

YOUR SERVER WILL INFORM YOU OF THIS EVENING’S SELECTIONS

Policies

No minimum stay required
Smoking is allowed (Smoking/Pets in separate wing of 3 rooms over restaurant)
Guest pets are welcome (Pet Friendly Rooms subject to $25 fee)
Children are welcome
No childcare is provided
Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Wine and Beer)
Deposit amount required (Guest is charged in full at time of reservation in most circumstances. Reserving the entire hotel for a wedding or event requires 50% deposit.)
Check in time is Any and Check out time is Any
Cancellations:
If you cancel 15 days or more prior to your arrival date we will issue a refund in the full amount charged at time of booking minus a 10% reservation fee or you may rebook. If you cancel 7-14 days prior to your arrival date we will refund 50% of the total fee charged at time of booking or you may rebook. Less than a 7 day notice of cancellation will receive no refund. Upon our discretion, we may offer to rebook your reservation at a later date (subject to availability) or in special cases we may offer to issue a gift certificate to you in the amount of the initial booking. Less than a 7 day notice of cancellation will forfeit your payment. All cancellations are based upon the date the cancellation is received via e-mail, written notification or upon speaking with an owner. If a refund is due, we will refund your card no later than 30 days from the time the cancellation is received.
Accepted by the following agencies:
- Hot Springs Tourism Association
- Chamber of Commerce

Discounts available:

	15%	Entire Hotel
	25%	Fellow Innkeepers
	10%	Friends and Neighbors (local area)
	25%	Hotel/Restaurant Industry
	10%	Return Guests

Innkeepers

Innkeeper(s): Mary Seaman and Richard Bale
The innkeepers speak: Arabic, Russian, English, German
There is one cat on the property
There are 3 dogs on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, National/State parks, Nature area, Appalachian Trail, Mountain Bicycle Trails, Natural Hot Springs, Horseback Riding, Fly Fishing, White Water Rafting, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area

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Noted below are the approximate distances from Hot Springs, North Carolina.

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