Melange Bed and Breakfast 1230 5th Avenue West Hendersonville North Carolina 28739 USA http://www.melangebb.com Phone: +1-828-697-5253 Fax: +1-828-697-5751 Toll-free: +1-800-303-5253

General Information

Established 1996, Mélange (French; a collection or a blend of things of different kinds) is a Bed and Breakfast setting modeled after elegant European small boutique hotels. Secluded behind towering hemlock hedges and century-old trees, the historic home and its classically landscaped gardens make for unparalleled privacy and romantic ambience. The eclectic and exotic décor, festive facilities and splashing fountains transpire lighthearted nostalgia for weddings and getaways alike."You will want to return again and again to savor unforgettable impressions."

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: 4 king and 1 queen guestrooms
• There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 139.00 and $ 169.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 139.00 and $ 219.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00

Amenities

Meals

• A gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:00 to 10:00 AM
• Breakfast is served in the Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room, In room, On-site restaurant
• Lunch is available by special request for $20
• Dinner is available by special request for $60
• Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
• Special meals available: Private Fine Dining, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Bird Nest Sandwich
  - 1 slice sourdough bread, lightly toasted
  - Butter as needed
  - Slice of Provolone and/or Havarti cheese
  - Slice of smoked turkey and/or Prosciutto
  - Slices from a large tomato
  - Minced parsley to garnish
  - 2 plus egg whites beaten to soft peaks
  - 1 egg yolk (whole)
  - White pepper, salt as needed
  
  Prepare sandwich by spreading a light layer of butter on bread slice, then placing cheese, meat product, and tomato on it.
  Beat egg whites to soft peaks, make a nest from egg whites on top layer. Drop egg yolk carefully in the middle. Add spices and garnish. Then bake the whole assembly at 375 deg F for 6 min or until egg white is light brown. Work and serve quickly.

Policies

• Minimum stay required (2 nights on weekends during high-season)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Allowed only on porches, room balconies)
• Limited accommodations for guest pets (proper trained pets NOT sleeping on the same bed)
• Children are welcome (Children welcome; parents are fully responsible)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Complementary wine & desserts on demand)
• Deposit amount required (Credit card guarranty or cash deposit in advance.)
• Check in time is 3 -7 PM and Check out time is 11 AM
• Cancellations:
  7 day cancellation policy. For holiday weekends, reservations in October, multi-room bookings and for reservations with 3 or more consecutive nights, a 15 to 30-day advance notification is necessary (is specified on the confirmation). A cancellation number will be issued and $25 reprocessing fee will be charged.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Italianate
• Built in 1919
• Opened for business in 1996
• Restored / Remodeled in 2002
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Access for the disabled is limited
• Parking available (Parking for guest cars on premises)

Location

• Geographic region: Blue Ridge Mountains
• Location is best described as: Downtown, Mountains, Small town
  
• Nearest major city: Asheville, NC (19 miles north)
• Directions to property:
  Take Exit #49B off of I-26. Drive 2 miles into Downtown Hendersonville. Turn left on Main Street (or Church which comes afterward) and right on 5th Avenue West. Mélange will be 0.8 mile later on your left behind tall hemlock hedges. Watch for the sign and drive into the driveway
• Nearest major airport: AVL 16 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Exit right from Airport to NC 280W. Follow about 8 miles to NC 191S and turn left towards Hendersonville. Drive about 6 miles and turn right into Blythe Street. Follow Blythe two blocks and turn left onto 5th Avenue West. Drive into Melange driveway which then will be immadiately on your right.
• Meeting places:
  • Apple Country Transport
  • Airport

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Lale and Mehmet Ozelsel
  Roses, gourmet food, classical and jazz, antique lamps & rugs.
• The innkeepers speak: Turkish, English, German
• Pet(s) on the property: Outdoor cats

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Chimney Rock Park, Flat Rock Playhouse, Biltmore Estate, Historic Downtown Hendersonville, Du Pont State Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Mountain Bike trails, Eating !!, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting