The Inn On Mill Creek
The Inn on Mill Creek offers the rare balance of secluded privacy and close proximity to shopping, dining and sightseeing in Black Mountain and Asheville. Located on seven wooded acres inside the Pisgah National Forest, the Inn features seven guest rooms, easy access to hiking/biking trails, paddle boating on our private trout-stocked lake, and lounging on one of three decks. Two rooms are pet friendly. Two rooms have sleeping lofts with extra double beds (great for kids). Full breakfast is accented with fruit from our 170-tree orchard, baked goods and our daily "house blend" of fresh squeezed juice.
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)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 145.00 and $ 200.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 145.00 and $ 200.00
- 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 |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | Computer |
| Fax Machine | Internet Service |
| Library | Radio |
| Telephone | Washer/dryer |
| Wedding Facilities | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Fruit Orchard | Guest Kitchen in the Lake House |
| Outdoor Lawn Games (summer) | Paddle Boat |
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 & Save | Minimum 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, Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina Arboretum, Chimney Rock Park, Biltmore Estate, Dupont State Forest, Mt. Mitchell State Park, 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, North Carolina Arboretum, Chimney Rock, Biltmore Estate, Waterfall Hikes, Pisgah National Forest, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Whitewater Rafting
Ridgecrest Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Ridgecrest, North Carolina.