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1906 Pine Crest Inn and Restaurant

1906 Pine Crest Inn and Restaurant

85 Pine Crest Lane
Tryon, NC 28782-3486
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Carl Caudle

(828) 859-9135
(800) 633-3001

 

Circa 1906. Once a favorite of F. Scott Fitzgerald, this inn is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Opened in 1917 by famed equestrian Carter Brown, the inn offers guests romantic fireplaces, gourmet dining and wide verandas that offer casual elegance. The Blue Ridge Parkway and the famous Biltmore House are a short drive away. Rooms are available in the Main Lodge and cottages. Original buildings include a 200-year-old log cabin, a woodcutter cottage and a stone cottage. Elegant meals are served in a Colonial tavern setting for full breakfasts and gourmet dinners.

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1906 Pine Crest Inn and Restaurant



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Rates

$89 to $299

Payment types accepted include Master Card, Discover, American Express, Visa, Travelers Checks and Personal Checks.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Complimentary Port & Sherry In The Evenings

Events Hosted

  • Seminars
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Family Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Honeymoons
  • Weddings
  • Weekly Wine Tastings
  • Monthly Wine Dinners

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Full Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Gourmet Lunches
  • Dinner
  • Gourmet Dinner
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Room Service
  • Banquet Service
  • Catering Service
  • Restaurant on Premises
  • Sunday Brunch
  • Wine
  • Hors d'oeuvres

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries
  • Local Wineries
  • Numerous Area Waterfalls

On-Site Spa Services

  • Facials
  • Fitness Center
  • Manicures/Pedicures
  • Massages
  • Yoga/Meditation

Innkeeper(s)

Carl Caudle

Rooms

This property has 35 total guest accommodations with private bath, 29 with fireplaces, 2 with hot tubs, 16 with whirlpools, 8 total suites, including 2 two-bedroom suites and 1 three-bedroom suite, 10 cottages, 2 cabins and 3 conference rooms. The types of beds available include King, Queen, Twin and Double.

Amenities In Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Cable TV
  • Reading Lamps
  • CD Player
  • Refrigerator
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Central Air
  • Clock Radio
  • Telephone
  • Coffeemaker
  • Television
  • Data Ports
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Desk
  • VCR
  • Hot Tub/Spa/Jaccuzi
  • Voice Mail
  • Fireplace
  • DVD
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • PC
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Handicap Access
  • Swimming
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Gift Shop

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Television
  • Modem Connection
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Gym Nearby
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Conference & Event Center

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1906 Pine Crest Inn and Restaurant

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Location: Mountains and City/Urban.


Romantic Interest

Lush grounds with year-round flowering gardens. Quiet, secluded location, yet 1 minute from downtown Tryon. Wide verandas & gazebo perfect for reading a book or sharing a glass of wine.

Historic Interest

Inn was built in 1906 and turned into an inn in 1917 by Carter Brown, who started the equestrian events in the area.

Historic Awards:

  • National Register (Granted)
  • Local Register (Granted)
  • National Historical Site (Granted)
  • State Historical Site (Granted)
  • City Historical Site (Granted)

Historic sites nearby:

Lanier House (2 miles), Flat Rock Playhouse (25 miles), Biltmore Estate (40 miles), Overmountain Victory Trail (14 miles), Thomas Wolfe Memorial (25 miles)

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About Our Rooms

Pine Crest Lodge

Pine Crest LodgeLush trees and flowering beds of roses, pansies and rhododendrons border the Pine Crest Inn's main building. In addition to the lobby, bar, and Traces at Pine Crest restaurant, the Pine Crest Lodge houses four guest rooms and suites on its second level. The Lodge's covered front porch features a spectacular view of the gazebo and gardens, and offers rocking chairs for your leisure enjoyment. Tiny white lights illuminate the massive stone veranda after sunset, and the view overlooking Stone Cottage provides a lovely location for dinner in spring and summer.

 

Oak Cottage

Oak CottageOne of the four original Pine Crest Inn buildings constructed in 1906, the two-story Oak Cottage today holds six guest rooms and suites. It is surrounded by fragrant camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons and features a first-floor porch with rocking chairs and a second-level deck. A quaint stone path lit by a carriage lamp adds to the charm of this delightful building.

 

English Cottage

English CottageThe English Cottage was constructed in 1906 as one of the original four buildings at the Pine Crest Inn. Bordered by attractive camellias and azaleas, it features a lower-level porch with rocking chairs and a rooftop deck with an unobstructed view of the gazebo and central gardens. The English Cottage houses five guest rooms and suites.

 

Hunt Cottage

Hunt CottageHunt Cottage is one of the original four structures built in 1906. It is surrounded by rhododendrons and hollies, and offers pleasing views of the gazebo from its rocking chair porch and second story deck. The Hunt Cottage contains four guest rooms and suites.

 

Gate House

Gate HouseThe Gate House,located near the main entrance of the Pine Crest Inn, is home to four guest rooms and suites. It is nestled amongst rambling ivy and features a cozy patio and a large private deck fringed by dogwoods and mimosas.

 

Twain Cottage

Twain CottageA charming log cabin bordered by a low flowering border, the Twain Cottage houses one guest room and one suite. The delightful stone patio is illuminated by rustic carriage lanterns and holds a small table and chairs. The Twain Cottage also has a small back yard with a view of the mountains.

 

Woodcutter

WoodcutterThe Woodcutter is a Swiss Chalet-style private cottage surrounded by holly trees, ivy and azaleas. A front patio with a charming stone bench offers a lovely view of the gazebo and rose garden.

 

Treetop Cottage

Tucked between splendid grand magnolias, the Treetop is a delightful white cottage that is just a short walk from the Pine Crest Lodge. The Tree Top is spacious and private; it boasts lofty ceilings, an upper-level loft and is flooded with sunshine from its rooftop skylight.

 

Swayback Cabin

More than 240 years old, the Swayback Cabin was constructed in Tennessee and transported to its current location some time later. Swayback features a rough-hewn timber exterior and private stone patio graced by rustic carriage lamps. Its wood burning fireplace and cozy interior offer a glimpse into a bygone era, but Swayback offers contemporary comforts including a modern bathroom.

 

Woodland Suite

Sheltered by a substantial white oak, Woodland Suite is a private modern structure at the eastern perimeter of the Pine Crest Inn property. A mossy stone path leads to a large wooden deck, which is lushly surrounded by hollies, azaleas and ivy. The Woodland's interior is bright and spacious with soaring angled ceilings.

 

Stone Cottage

Stone Cottage is a delightful structure sheltered by a magnificent weeping willow. Climbing English ivy, striking rhododendron bushes, and feathery evergreens soften its irregular stone exterior. Its impressive inner walls and fireplace are constructed entirely of stone. Stone Cottage features an expansive great room and French doors leading out to a large private deck.

 

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Only during October, holidays, & special events
Cancellation:Full refund 7 days prior to arrival, except during October, holidays, and special events.
Pets:Pets Allowed, Only certain rooms/cottages are pet friendly. If you are bringing your four-legged companion with you to one of our pet friendly rooms and please call us to discuss our pet policies.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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Casual Elegance + Historical

1906 Pine Crest Inn and Restaurant

5 of 5 hearts
Elizabeth V
San Diego, CA

My visit to this Inn was on the way to Asheville to take the Christmas tour at Biltmore. My stay trumped that tour! Wish I had done the Biltmore first. I had more fun in Tryon - the food, wine and cozy room ended up being the highlight of this trip to North Carolina. If you are into amazing B&B's, this place is such a find in a beautiful location at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This property was once a favorite of F. Scott Fitzgerald & Ernest Hemingway. It's warm, gracious, charming, and historic. The Great - part 2: If you are a wine and food lover, you are in for a treat at Carter's. This small exquisite restaurant is a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipient at the second tier level, which is much rarer than the first tier. I was so surprised to find such an extensive wine list and such an outstanding restaurant in a location that is not in a big city.

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Publicity and Press Reviews

Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence 10 consecutive years, Select Registry (15 consecutive years), AAA Four-Diamond 13 consecutive years, Southern Living, Our State magazine (August 2006), Frommer's Budget Travel (2007).

Other Ratings: 4 AAA Diamonds, 3 Mobil Stars, iLoveInns Guests

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Anytime subject to availability excluding October, holidays and special events

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