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The Baird House
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  • Inn Details

    Why stay in a town having noise & traffic? Since 1790 travelers and residents of Valle Crucis have enjoyed the warm hospitality of the Baird House. Located on 16 private quiet acres along the Watauga River the Baird House has 7 guestrooms, provides a large hot breakfast daily and keeps a cookie jar filled with homemade choc. chip cookies for its guests.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Deede, Tom and children Paige,Emily, Aaron & Steven moved from the Myrtle Beach area to Valle Crucis in October 1997. Deede & Tom say that being innkeepers is" the hardest work that we have ever loved!" . Hosting a bed & breakfast inn must be in their blood/genetics since Deede has family in the hotel industry & so did Tom's family ( his dad had B&B's in Charleston & Savannah ).

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 1

    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Complimentary drinks & snacks 24/7

    • Genuine Southern hospitality

    • Located 2 miles from Mast General Sto

    • Minutes from Blue Ridge Pkwy, ski resorts

    • The oldest house in the county

    • The only B & B located on the river

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • yard.

    • Fishing/swimming/wading in the river in our front

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  • Early Winter Special

    1/2/2012 - 3/1/2012

    Early Winter Special In January & February all rooms are $99 nightly per couple Sundays through Thursday nights ( some Sunday nights are exceptions..Jan.15 & Feb 19 ). This special can not be combined with any other specials.

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    Nightly Rate

    $119 - $179

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: 11am

    • Minimum stay: 1 night

    • Deposit amount required: A minimum of one night's deposit or a 50% deposit of all nights reserved will be charged to the credit card provided at time of reservation and the balance, if any, will be charged the day of check-in.

    • Cancellations: Please see our website for details.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Iced tea & colas

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Well-behaved,well supervised,well mannered, quiet only

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: Hot breakfast @ 9am

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Signature Dish

    Hashbrown casserole

    Special meal options

    • Restrictive

    • Continental

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  • Location Type

    • Riverside

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    City

    • Boone

    • Distance to city: 9 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Hwy 105 turn onto SR1112, also known as Broadstone Road, at the traffic light into Valle Crucis. Follow Broadstone Road past a horse farm, Mast Store Annex, Valle Crucis Elem. School & the Mast Gen. Store ( all these have been on your right ). Go past Mast Gen. Store 1/2 mile then turn left onto Watauga River Rd. BEFORE crossing over the river on a long concrete bridge. After turning onto Watauga River go 1.5 miles and you will see us on the left.

    Airport

    • Asheville, NC (AVL) 80 miles

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Whitewater rafting

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Blue Ridge Parkway

    • Trout ponds

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    YUMMO!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My husband and I stayed here for a little R&R without the kids or pets. Tom and Deede are delightful and in addition to preparing some of the best breakfasts we have ever had, directed us to some of the BEST resturants around. Deede even gave me a biscuit makuing lesson which has proven to be my kids favorite souvenir.

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    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Had a pleasant one night stay at The Baird House.Our first time in a B & B. We stayed in the Highlander which was big enough for a small army. I thought it a bit pricey but not enough to stop us from going again.

    A pleasant stay.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    The house and location are very charming and the home was very clean. Tom and Deede are delightful hosts and they prepare quite a breakfast. The atmosphere is very welcoming and I would definitely stay there again.

    Friendly, Historical, Excellent Southern Cooking

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We stayed here for our anniversary in July. Loved talking with the friendly owners about the home's rich history. Tastefully decorated but relaxed. We stayed in the Apple Room atop the carriage house. Clean, private and relaxing. No air conditioning and it was unusually warm during our visit. Would recommend staying during a cooler season. Didn't affect us much since we were out during the day and the nights were milder. Would love to visit again!

    An amazing getaway!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    What a hidden gem! Tom and Deede were wonderful and so accommodating. The food was absolutely the BEST!!! It was in a beautiful location, off the beaten path but close enough to area attractions. Charming old house with charming hosts! We would definitely return!

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