At Cumberland Falls

Description

Circa 1903. This Victorian inn stands on nearly an acre in the historic Montford area of Asheville. The grounds have gardens, waterfalls and ponds with koi and lilies. Inside, hardwood floors, Oriental rugs and spacious light-filled rooms with fresh flowers create a serene ambiance perfect for relaxing. The inn has five guest bedrooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzis, TVs, CD players and VCRs. A three-course gourmet breakfast can be served bedside. Guests enjoy delightful offerings like a fresh fruit bowl, pineapple muffins and Belgian waffles with fresh blueberry sauce topped with whipped cream. Home-baked cookies and pastries are available throughout the day. Golfing, biking, horseback riding, hiking and white-water rafting are popular activities. Less rigorous pastimes include touring antique shops, art galleries and wineries. At Cumberland Falls is a full-service inn. Whether planning a day trip, providing for floral needs, in-room massage therapy or gift baskets, you only have to ask.

Location: City/Urban, Mountains, Near Biltmore Estates and Downtown.

Inkeepers Notes

At Cumberland Falls has been operational as a bed and breakfast since March of 1998 and is on the Historic Registry. Conveniently located on a tree-lined street in Asheville's historic district, it is only 7 blocks from downtown Asheville and three miles from Biltmore Estates. Some of the finest cuisine in Asheville is located in the downtown area and is easily accessible from the inn. This Victorian, turn of the century home was built in 1902. It has been a private residence, a boarding house and a Bible repository. Perhaps one of its most interesting occupants was Michael Kelly. Born in County Roscommon, Ireland in August of 13008, he came to the United States in 1880 at the age of 22. Arriving in Asheville in 1886, he supervised the laying of the water and sewer pipes of this city. The similarity of Asheville to his native Ireland struck such a cord in the young man that he remained here marrying his wife Mary at the famous St. Lawrence Basilica in 1898. Asheville was his home until his death at 80. Much of the sewer system he worked on and supervised is still in place today.

Room Detail

Victorian Parlor

This conveniently located first floor guest room was left in the original style of the house, a true representative of the Victorian Era. Enter an unhurried world of charm and grace. Lie in the beauty of its high backed Victorian bed Circa 18130 while feeling the warmth of the original wood burning fireplace. Relax in the occasional chair or, if it would please you, in our two person Jacuzzi tub located in the private, marble bathroom. This room makes a lovely getaway for an anniversary or honeymoon.

Garden Vista

Alive with color, natural lighting and wood. A wrought iron sleigh bed perfectly positioned in a garden setting, a perfect choice for a romantic weekend getaway. Write a note to a friend or journal at the small writing desk while watching the flames dance in the gas burning firestove. For the beginning or end of a perfect day, relax in the chair by the windows affording just the right view of our waterfall, lush garden and koi filled ponds or if you prefer, find a peaceful moment in our two-person Jacuzzi in the private bath.

Natural Mystic

Wrapped in elegance, this room has a four poster wrought iron bed done in a Laurel Wreath design and a perfectly placed gas burning firestove. The idea of a Laurel wreath was originally adopted to honor individuals of eminence. The grand bathroom, with its two person Jacuzzi decorated in marble, will make you feel like royalty.

Lion's Den

From the moment you enter this stately room with its personal foyer, you know that you have entered the lair of the Lion. This room offers views of the front garden and the gentle sounds of the Pineapple fountain below. Imagine yourself in a tree house, while gazing into mature, green Linden and Ohio Buckeye trees through a large bay window. Lie by the fireplace on the sheep-skin rug or take a soak in the original antique claw footed tub. Lion or lioness will feel pampered and regal.

Daydream

Privately located at the top of the house is a place where magic waits in the form of angles, peaks, dormers and the fanciful nature of this playful room. Soak away your stress in the marble trimmed two- person Jacuzzi tub. Visit the stars in the North Carolina sky in perfect view through the skylights overhead or read by the flames of the firestove. A world apart and yours for the asking.

Sunshine

Bright and happy thoughts can't be far away for those choosing our Sunshine Room. Located privately at the top of the inn the soothing sounds of the pineapple fountain below coupled with a spectacular view of two majestic trees will chase away your cares and renew your spirit. A Jacuzzi tub and skylights above provide an intimate loft like setting.

 

Rooms & Rates	Rates: $125 to $2130 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover, Visa and Personal Checks. Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 5 with fireplaces. The types of beds available include Queen.
Policies	Minimum Stay Requirements: Two days on weekends Cancellation: Thirty days. Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
Services & Amenities	Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Afternoon Tea, Snacks/Refreshments and Room Service. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Ceiling Fans, Snack Bar, Central Air, Clock Radio, Telephone, Television, Turn-Down Service, VCR, Hot Tub/Spa, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Wireless Internet Access and Iron/Ironing Board. Amenities On Site: Phone, Fireplace, Limited Handicap Access, Television, Hot Tub/Spa, VCR and wireless Internet access. Business Traveler Amenities: Television, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers and Gym Nearby.
Spa Services	On-Site Spa Services: Massages. Nearby Recommended Spas: Sensibilities Day Spa 828253-3222 Finger Petals Salon 828252-5065 Carmen-Carmen 828298-4970
Activities	Events Hosted: Reunions and Weddings. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping Local Crafts, Tennis, Wineries, Biltmore Estates, white-water rafting and hot air ballooning. Recommended Restaurants: Rezaz, Cafe on the Square, Tupelo Honey.
Historic Interest	Extinct quilted maple adorns the foyer; original heart pine flooring. Historic Awards: National Register Granted. Historic sites nearby: Thomas Wolfe Memorial, Vance Memorial, Cherokee Indian Reservation
Romantic Interest	We offer two person Jacuzzi tubs, gas or wood burning fireplaces, chocolate covered strawberries, mood lighting, sparkling beverage in top hats and evening turn down service.