1891 Cedar Crest Victorian Inn 674 Biltmore Avenue Asheville North Carolina 28803 USA http://www.cedarcrestinn.com Phone: +1-828-252-1389 Fax: +1-828-253-7667 Toll-free: +1-800-252-0310

General Information

THREE BLOCKS TO THE BILTMORE ESTATE and one mile from downtown Asheville, Cedar Crest is one of the largest,most opulent residences surviving from Asheville's 1890's boom period. Perched on a hill, this landmark is situated on 4 acres of trees and gardens. Built in 1891, the most astonishing feature of Cedar Crest is the exquisite interior woodwork, believed to have been executed by the same skilled artisans employed by George Vanderbilt. This Queen Anne dwelling features treasured architectural details, period antiques and expansive verandahs. A luxurious full breakfast is served daily in the dining room & on the expansive porch. Complimentary evening desserts finish off your perfect day!

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: plus 5 suites
• There are 12 guest accommodations (12 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 139.00 and $ 300.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 139.00 and $ 300.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00
• Other Accommodations: Cottage w/ 2 suites
  The 1915 Arts and Crafts style Guest Cottage, adjacent to the Inn, has 2 suites, which may be combined. Suite #1 offers a private sitting room, bedroom with queen bed, and full bath. Suite #2 features 2 bedrooms (1 queen bed, 1 double) with an adjoining bathroom. A large sitting room/dining area features a wood burning fireplace. Both suites access a convenience kitchen, with microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker.

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:30 am to 9:30am
• Breakfast is served in the In-room, verandah/porch, Dining Room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon bervage/homebaked cookies, Evening beverage/dessert, Afternoon tea, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: On request, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Sunday Sausage Gravy and Bisquits
  Guests just can't stop talking about Cedar Crest Inn's delicious breakfasts! Accompaniments often include Cranberry and Apple Compote, Raspberry and White Chocolate Scones, Praline Coffeecake, homemade granola, juices, coffee and teas. Great dining in a comfortable, inviting setting.

Policies

• Minimum stay required (2 night minimum stay required weekends and holidays)
• Smoking is not allowed
• Limited accommodations for guest pets
• Limitations on children staying (Most suitable for children over 10 yrs. of age)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Refrigeration, glasses and wine bucket gladly provided.)
• Deposit amount required (The greater amount of one night's stay or 50% of the entire balance.)
• Check in time is 3:00 - 9:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
• Cancellations:
  Deposit refundable up to 30 days prior to the arrival date (LESS A $25 CANCELLATION FEE PER NIGHT AND PER ROOM / SUITE). A 30-day cancellation applies in all cases the entire year. After the 30-day rule no longer applies, you are then held responsible for the FULL rental period and all deposits paid and unpaid are non-refundable. Special events and whole house cancellations are subject to loss of the entire deposit.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association
  • North Carolina Bed & Breakfasts and Inns
  • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1891
• Opened for business in 1984
• Restored / Remodeled in 2008
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Parking available

Location

• Geographic region: Blue Ridge Mountains
• Location is best described as: City, Downtown, Mountains
  
• Nearest major city: Downtown Asheville, NC (1 miles South)
• Directions to property:
  Cedar Crest is ideally located, convenient to all attractions. The Inn is 1 1/2 miles from the center of downtown Asheville- Pack Square, 4 miles north of the Blue Ridge Parkway and 1/4 mile north of the entrance to the Biltmore Estate.
• Nearest major airport: AVL 10 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Just 20 minutes from the Asheville Airport, travel I26 West to I40 East. From I40 East, take exit 50 towards Asheville and the Biltmore Estate. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Rte. 25 North which turns into Biltmore Avenue. Stay in the far right lane for 1.25 miles. Turn right into our driveway immediately after Caledonia Street.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Bruce and Marcio
• The innkeepers speak: Portuguese, English, Spanish

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Antiquing and Shopping, Biltmore Estate, Galleries and Studios, Blue Ridge Parkway, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Croquet on property, Historic Biltmore Village, Victorian Gardens, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting