Inn Details

The Inn on Mill Creek offers the rare balance of secluded privacy and close proximity to shopping, dining and sightseeing near Black Mountain and Asheville. Located on seven wooded acres inside Pisgah National Forest, the Inn features seven guest rooms, full breakfast accented with seasonal fruit from our organic orchard, easy access to hiking/biking trails, numerous birdwatching opportunities as a site on the North Carolina Birding Trail, and plenty of space to relax. Two rooms are pet friendly. Two rooms have sleeping lofts with extra double beds (great for kids).

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • The Inn is inside a national forest
    • Airport
    • Lakeside
    • Mountains
    • Small town
  • Nearest major city: Asheville, NC (20 miles west of the Inn)
  • Directions to property:
    Take I-40 to Exit 66 (Ridgecrest). If heading WEST on I-40, turn LEFT at the end of the ramp; if heading EAST on I-40, turn RIGHT. Turn LEFT onto Yates/Old 70 which will bring you to the Inn. While on Yates, you will drive one mile on paved road, over the interstate, one more mile on paved road into the forest, then left at a barricade onto a gravel road that winds its way to the Inn. Expect to travel 5-7 minutes from Exit 66 to the Inn. A split rail fence marks the Inn's property.
  • Nearest major airport: Asheville, NC (AVL) 32 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take I-26 toward Asheville. Go east on I-40 for approximately 15 miles to exit #66 Ridgecrest. Follow directions above from I-40.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 149.00 and $ 199.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Wi-Fi
  • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Computer
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Other Amenitites
  • Outdoor Lawn Games (summer)
  • Paddle Boat
  • Fruit Orchard
  • Guest Kitchen in the Lake House
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 8:30am (flexible)
    • Breakfast is served in the dining solarium overlooking the lake and forest, Breakfast/dining area
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Baked goods (cookies and breads), Dessert, Fruit
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
    • Our signature dish is Puffed stuffed french toast
      This new spin on a breakfast favorite features strawberry or raspberry preserves, Vermont maple syrup and cream cheese layered with bread and baked in the oven. The french toast puffs to perfection in individual round dishes and is served in our dining solarium with a great view of the national forest surrounding us here in the mountains of western North Carolina.

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (2 night minimum (some exceptions))
    • Smoking is not allowed
    • Limited accommodations for guest pets (Two rooms are pet friendly; see website for full policy)
    • Children are welcome (Two rooms are family friendly and include extra beds)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
    • Check in time is 3:00pm-5:30pm and Check out time is 11:00am
    • Cancellations:
      Typically, 14 days notice is required to avoid a cancellation fee and charge of half your unused reservation. See the Inn's website for full details on our cancellation policy.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • North Carolina Bed & Breakfasts and Inns
      • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
     10%Stay A While & SaveMinimum stay: 4 days

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Brigette & Dave Walters
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There are 2 dogs on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Chimney Rock Park, Mt. Mitchell State Park, Dupont State Forest, North Carolina Arboretum, Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, Picnic area, River

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Mountain Bike trails, Biltmore Estate, North Carolina Arboretum, Chimney Rock, Pisgah National Forest, Waterfall Hikes, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Whitewater Rafting

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    Contact Information


    Inn on Mill Creek Bed and Breakfast
    Inn on Mill Creek
    3895 Mill Creek Road
    Old Fort, NC 28762
    USA
    Phone: +1-828-668-1115
    Toll-free: +1-877-735-2964
    Innkeeper(s)
    Brigette & Dave Walters
    Rates:
    $149 - $199
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    A gorgeous two-mile tree-lined drive through rhododendron covered ridges in the Pisgah National Forest brings you to the Inn.The Lake View room has a king bed, private screened porch, and an entire wall of windows for beautiful views.
    The North Terrace room has a fireplace, private patio/entrance and large jetted hot tubThe Maple Tree room in the Lake House offers a gas fireplace, 2-person Jacuzzi tub (plus a sleeping loft with an extra double bed).
    The Mountain Laurel room in the Lake House has a queen bed, gas fireplace and 2-person Jacuzzi tub (plus a sleeping loft with an extra double bed).The Reflections Room is the center room of the Lake House and has a queen bed, gas fireplace and in-room 2-person Jacuzzi tub.
    The Creekside Hideaway in the Main House is a bright, cheerful room overlooking the National Forest.Three rooms have two-person Jacuzzi tubs
    The cozy Orchard Room on the lower level features a queen bed, two reading chairs and a private bath with stall shower.Three rooms in the Lake House have sliding glass doors onto deck overlooking our peaceful mountain lake.
    The Lake House guest kitchen is a full kitchen available to all guests of the Lake House.The Inn's spring-fed little mountain lake is the water source for the Andrews Geyser, built by the railroad in the late 1800s.
    North Carolina's spectacular fall foliage can be enjoyed up close at the Inn on Mill Creek.Our 175 orchard trees provide seasonal fruit for breakfast and for our daily "house blend" juice.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Andrews Geyser (Railroad History)
    • Fruit Orchard
    • Hiking/Mountain Biking Trails
    • Waterfall over dam
    • Business travel
    • Economical rates
    • Excellent views
    • Gay / Lesbian Travel
    • Group events
    • Honeymoons
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape
    • Weddings

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Lodge
    • Built in 1982
    • Opened for business in 1999
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1999
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (Ample parking for all seven guest accommodations)