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Albemarle Inn

Albemarle Inn

86 Edgemont Rd
Asheville, NC 28801-1544
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Fabrizio & Rosemary Chiariello

(828) 255-0027
(800) 621-7435

 

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.

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Albemarle Inn



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Rates

$100 to $370

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

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Wine
  • Hors d'oeuvres

Events Hosted

  • Honeymoons
  • Family Reunions
  • Romantic Getaways

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Wine

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
  • Spa

On-Site Spa Services

  • Massages

Spa Packages: In-Room Massage, Single or Couples

Off-Site Spa Services Available

Nearby Recommended Spas

Sensibilities
(828)253-3222
www.sensibilities-spa.com
relax@sensibilities-spa.com

Spa at Biltmore Village
(828)277-2639
www.SpaAtBiltmoreVillage.com

Innkeeper(s)

Fabrizio & Rosemary Chiariello

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.

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
  • Royal Hideaway Has 2-person Marble Whirlpool Tub

Amenities On Site

  • Parlor Games
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Veranda

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Television
  • Modem Connection
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Daily Newspapers

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Albemarle Inn

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Location: Country, City/Urban, Mountains and Residential area.


Romantic Interest

Canopy and four-poster beds, candlelight breakfast, battenburg lace, fireplaces, evening refreshments on the veranda, antique clawfoot soaking tubs

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)
  • City Historical Site (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • Local Historical Society
  • City Historical Society

Historic sites nearby:

Biltmore Estate (4 miles), Grove Park Resort and Spa (.4 miles)

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Two night weekends , some three night holidays
Children Restrictions:Children over 12 welcome.
Cancellation:Up to 14 days prior to arrival date, guest may cancel with only a $35.00 service charge for a single night reservation or a $25.00 service charge for each night canceled of a multiple night reservation. A 30-day cancellation deadline applies for October reservations and all "group bookings" of four or more rooms. The deposit is refunded by check. If the reservation is canceled AFTER the 14/30-day cancellation deadline, the deposit is non-refundable. A $35.00 service charge will be assessed for changes to reservations.
Smoking:Smoke Free Property and Outside Only.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on6/4/2010
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Albemarle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Phil S (3 reviews)
Cincinnati, OH
6/4/2010

This is one of the best B&B's we have ever stayed in...attention to detail was present in everything (room decor and comfort; bountiful and delicious breakfast; and staff friendliness and area knowledge). Be sure to try the vanilla/berry iced tea during the afternoon, along with the excellent cheese tarts.

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Outstanding

Albemarle Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

Most outstanding breakfast I've ever had. We were impressed to say the least!

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Publicity and Press Reviews

National Geographic Traveler, Travel Holiday, Charleston Living & Home Design, Arrington's Inn Traveler, Marquee Magazine, WLOS TV (ABC).

Other Ratings: 4 AAA Diamonds, iLoveInns Guests