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Description
Circa 1907. In the residential Grove Park area, this AAA four-diamond elegant Greek Revival Mansion graces almost an acre of landscaped grounds. The inn features an exquisite carved-oak staircase and period furnishings. Enjoy late afternoon refreshments on the veranda overlooking award-winning English gardens or fireside in the parlor. Spacious guest bedrooms and suites boast fine linens, antique clawfoot tubs and showers, televisions and phones. Some rooms include a whirlpool tub and a fireplace. A sumptuous candlelight breakfast is served at individual tables in the dining room or on the plant-filled sun porch. Gourmet dishes may include poached cinnamon pears, stuffed French toast with orange sauce and sausages. Inspired by the singing birds, composer Bela Bartok wrote his third piano concerto while staying here. The inn is a member of Select Registry.
This property has been featured in National Geographic Traveler, Travel Holiday, Charleston Living & Home Design, Arrington's Inn Traveler, Marquee Magazine, WLOS TV ABC. Location: City/Urban, Country, Mountains and Residential area.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $100 to $370 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks. Rooms: This property has 11 total guest accommodations with private bath, 1 with fireplace, 1 with whirlpool, 2 suites. The types of beds available include King, Queen, Twin and Double.
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Policies |
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two night weekends , some three night holidays Cancellation: 14 days before arrival, $35 handling fee Smoking: Smoke Free Property and Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments, Afternoon Tea, Wine and Hors d'oeuvres. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Continental Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Wine. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Modem Hook-Up, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, Ceiling Fans, Clock Radio, Telephone, Coffeemaker, Television, Turn-Down Service, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board and Royal Hideaway has 2-person marble whirlpool tub. Amenities On Site: Parlor Games, Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Fireplace and Veranda. Business Traveler Amenities: Television, Modem Connection, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and Daily Newspapers.
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Spa Services |
On-Site Spa Services: Massages.
Spa Packages: In-Room Massage, Single or Couples Off-Site Spa Services Available Nearby Recommended Spas:
Sensibilities
828253-3222
www.sensibilities-spa.com
relax@sensibilities-spa.com
Spa at Biltmore Village
828277-2639
www.SpaAtBiltmoreVillage.com
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Discounts |
Special Discounts: Biltmore Estate Tickets Special: Stay at Albermarle Inn and purchase Biltmore tickets that are valid for two days for the price of one day. This is a great offer that allows you to extend your time at the Estate rather than feel rushed to accomplish it all in just one day. See Web site for details. Offer valid from September 1 thru October 30, 2007. Two consecutive days. Not valid with any other offer. Ticket cost in addition to room charges. - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday, Jan. 2-June 30, Aug. 1-Sept. 30, Nov. 1-Dec. 12, except holidays, subject to availability, not to be combined with any other promotions.
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Reunions and Romantic Getaways. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping Local Crafts, Skiing Downhill, Sports Events, Major, College, Tennis, Water Sports, Wineries, golf, Biltmore Estate, Grove Park Resort and Spa.
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Historic Interest |
1907 Greek Revival mansion with original 12-foot pocket doors in the parlor, oak waniscoting and a magnificent sweeping staircase. Distinguished 20th century Hungarian composer Bela Bartok lived in the house during the 1940s where he composed his third concerto for the piano, Asheville Concerto. Historic Awards: National Register Granted, National Historical Site Granted and City Historical Site Granted. Historic Memberships: Local Historical Society and City Historical Society. Historic sites nearby: Biltmore Estate 4 miles, Grove Park Resort and Spa .4 miles
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Romantic Interest |
Canopy and four-poster beds, candlelight breakfast, battenburg lace, fireplaces, evening refreshments on the veranda, antique clawfoot soaking tubs
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