BEAUFORT HOUSE INN, Asheville

Beaufort House Inn - A Victorian mansion with gourmet dining and private gardens in Asheville's historic district

Set on 1.5 acres of landscaped grounds in the Chestnut Historic District, this National Register-listed Victorian mansion offers 11 individually-designed rooms. The 4-star Asheville hotel features distinctive architectural elements including stained glass windows and ornate woodwork. Guest accommodations come with private bathrooms, luxury linens, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi. Select rooms include two-person Jacuzzi tubs, gas fireplaces, and private balconies or terraces. The property serves a rotating menu of gourmet breakfasts featuring seasonal ingredients. Five cottage-style rooms provide separate outdoor entrances. Beaufort House Inn sits just a half-mile walk from downtown's restaurants, galleries and shops. The Biltmore Estate lies 3.5 miles away, while the Blue Ridge Parkway is accessible within 7 miles.

Pros

Located on rare 1.5-acre lot with manicured gardens and wraparound Victorian porch

Daily gourmet breakfast menu alternates between sweet and savory specialties like Belgian waffles and quiche

Walking distance to over 100 downtown restaurants and 30 art galleries

Designated as a National Register of Historic Places property

Cons

Children under 12 not permitted

Front desk hours limited to 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily