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    NESTLED ON A SECLUDED HILLSIDE just half a mile from Main Street, this gracious old home is surrounded by two acres of large rhododendron, hemlock, maple, and oak. Experience Highlands' clean, fresh air and enjoy lush views from wide porches. Sample berries from the garden, then visit the nature areas, ponds, fine boutiques and gourmet restaurants that are just a stroll away. INSIDE, THE WARMTH OF KNOTTY PINE welcomes you and blends with antiques, an eclectic mix of books and hand made accessories, a playable grand piano, and a cozy fireside for chilly mountain evenings. Help yourself to refreshments from the guest pantry, then enjoy videos, games, puzzles, and old fashioned conversation. SPACIOUS SUITES AND MODERATELY PRICED ROOMS await you with private baths and comfortable antique furnishings. A sumptuous breakfast is included and served in the dining room to the sounds of quiet classical, folk, or mountain tunes.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Chris and Donna are from Atlanta and have owned the inn since l984. Chris is a woodworker, BMW motorcycle enthusiast, Civil War buff, and plays classical guitar. Donna is a former interior designer/space planner, creative cook, and detail person.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Berry Gardens

    • In-Town Location

    • Mountain View

    • Pastoral Setting

    • Rooms, Suites, Cottages

    • Sumptuous Breakfasts

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Hairdryer

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • Free Parking

    • Fine dining, boutiques, craft fairs, music events, theatre, mountain view

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  • Hot Deal: Second Night Half Price

    • 2/15/2012 - 2/22/2012
    • Regular rate:$130
    • Savings:25%
    • Discount rate:$97.50

    Stay two nights January through April and receive the second night at HALF PRICE! Excludes holidays. Price is for a room with king bed & bath. Suites and deluxe rooms availble for an extra charge.

    The Master Bedroom

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$165

    The Queen Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$155

    The Audubon Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $105/$135

    The Harris Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $105/$135

    The Bargain Basement

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $95/$95

    The Guest House Apartment

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$165

    Miss Rebecca's Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 6

    • Beds

      2 Queen

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $275/$375

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Minimum stay: Two nights in-season weekends, three nights, holidays

    • Deposit amount required: one-third

    • Cancellations: Two weeks for nightly stays, one month for weekly stays.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Cottages are best for small children.

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Blog Deals at www.colonialpinesinn.blogspot.com
      Percent off: 25% Days required: 2

    • Mon & Tues excl Holidays & October
      Percent off: 25% Days required: 2

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9:00 - 9:30

    • Serving location: Porch, Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Baked Blueberry French Toast,
    A luscious casserole made with layers of bread, blueberries, cream cheese, milk, and eggs. Baked until lightly browned and served with real maple syrup, spicy sausage, fresh fruit, coffee, and specially blended juice.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • advance request

    Additional food services

    • Cookies

    • Hot Chocolate, Hot Cider, Tea, Lemonade

    • Sherry

    • Trail Mix

    Recipes

    Bread

    Prize-Winning Cranberry Cornbread
    Serves: 24
    Prep time: 30 min

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Baked Blueberry French Toast
    Serves: 12
    Prep time: 20 min

    Dessert

    Whole Wheat Brownies
    Serves: 24
    Prep time: 30 min

    Chocolate Hazelnut Icing for Whole Wheat Brownies
    Serves: 24
    Prep time: 15 min

    Heart-healthy

    Lemon-Cranberry Bread
    Serves: 48
    Prep time: 30 min

    Zucchini Frittata
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 30 min

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  • Location Type

    • Western North Carolina Mountains

    • Downtown

    • Mountains

    • Village

    City

    • Asheville

    • Distance to city: 80 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Hwy 64 East of Main St. Go 6 blocks, turn Rt on Hickory. Inn is 4th driveway on Rt.

    Airport

    • From Atlanta Airport, take I-85 N to I-985 N. This highway ends and becomes GA 365 and merges with US 441N. In Dillard, GA take GA 246/NC 106 to Highlands. At the first light, take a right on Main St./64 E. At the next light go left on 4th Street/64E. Go 1/2 mile and turn right on Hickory St. Inn is fourth driveway on right.

    • Directions to property:
      From Atlanta Airport, take I-85 N to I-985 N. This highway ends and becomes GA 365 and merges with US 441N. In Dillard, GA take GA 246/NC 106 to Highlands. At the first light, take a right on Main St./64 E. At the next light go left on 4th Street/64E. Go 1/2 mile and turn right on Hickory St. Inn is fourth driveway on right.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Waterfalls

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Live Theater

    • Chamber Music Festival

    • Coffeeshop Entertainment

    • Range Rover Safari Rides

    • ATV Rentals

    • Llama Trekking

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Wonderful Host and Hostess at Colonial Pines

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We are in our late 60s and have stayed at many B&Bs across the country. Our experience at Colonial Pines was among the best. We read many reviews before selecting Colonial Pines and the fact Chris and Donna have owned this B&B for more than 25 years, sold us on giving it a try. We stayed in the Guest House, which is next to the main home. It was fantastic. It gave us more room than a typical B&B room since it had seperate dining and living area - it was very cozy. The location was ideal not too close to town but within walking distance. Donna is a wonderful cook and we enjoyed every breakfast along with the snacks and drinks in the afternoon. We had the opportunity to view most of the rooms and they are all wonderful. Several have TVs. So keep that in mind if this is important to you. What we liked best: There was no air condioners and you could hear nature so clearly. We slept with our windows opened and had to use a blanket one night - it was wonderful. The mattress and pillows were wondeful. We enjoyed interacting with Chris and Donna and truly felt like we were at home. What you see on their website is what you get. This was our first trip to Highlands and we plan to return at least once each year staying at Colonial Pines.

    I'm SOLD on Colonial Pines

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We decided to spend the evening in the Highlands and selected the Colonial Pine for our stay. We couldn't have made a better choice. It was relaxing, friendly, neat, clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay again and we recommend it to anyone visiting The Highlands. We just didn't want to leave!! Bob & Harriet.

    Just What We Needed

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The first quarter this year has been really hectic and stressful. We knew we needed head to Highlands, NC and the Colonial Pines Inn "fix". As always, it worked. As soon as we stepped into the inn, all of our stress melted away. We have been visiting Colonial Pines Inn at least twice a year for the last 5 years. It is our mountain retreat. Each time, we are planning our return trip soon after we arrive. Chris and Donna, the innkeepers, are such wonderful hosts, making us feel at home every time we visit. They are so eager to provide the very best experience, with great success. The inn is so warm, cozy, well maintained and very clean. Donna serves to-die-for breakfasts in addition to special afternoon treats. Can you tell we like this place? Definitely a destination vacation.

    What a Great Experience

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My wife and I had never stayed in a bed & breakfast here in the States (we are retired military and frugal) until this week when we lucked out and spent 3 nights at the Colonial Pines Inn in Highlands, NC. Wow, what a great experience! The room was spotless, rustic, cozy, charming and comfortable, and the common areas (fireplace and seating area, dining room, and pantry with 24 hour snacks) were also well-appointed, homey, and inviting. The gourmet breakfasts were exceptional and the proprietors, Chris and Donna Alley, were perfect hosts, anxious to meet every need and offer great advice on what to do and see in Highlands. The rates were very reasonable, especially when compared to other nearby B&Bs. We are planning to return in the early summer and we can strongly recommend the Colonial Pines Inn without any hesitation.

    Comforts of Home

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Staying at Colonial Pines is always a wonderful experience. We've stayed there many times and hope to stay there again next summer.

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