Description
Circa 1901. Experience gracious southern hospitality extended at the Historic Merritt House, a 1901 brick and granite Victorian bed and breakfast in the foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains and Wine Country. Oak and pine woodwork, high ceilings, antiques and family heirlooms highlight each room. Relax on willow furniture in the upstairs sitting room and browse the handmade crafts for sale on the hoosier. Gather for afternoon and evening refreshments in the formal dining room or on the wraparound porch. Elegant guest bedrooms are well-appointed and some feature whirlpool tubs. The Maxwell Suite includes a sitting room. Lunch is seldom desired after an indulgently filling breakfast. An assortment of special packages is available.
This property has been featured in Chicago Tribune with Squad Car Tours as the place to "Step back in time" Rest and Relax and have a Mayberry Experience, USA Today as home of the "Mayberry Preacher" for weddings in Mayberry., Filming of some PBS shows for "Simple Living with Wanda Urbanska," Roys Friends on Fox News in Greensboro, NC. Location: City/Urban and Mountains.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $125 to $165 Payment types accepted include Master Card, Discover, Visa, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and Cash. Rooms: This property has 4 total guest accommodations with private bath, 4 with fireplaces, 2 with whirlpools and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include King and Queen.
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Policies |
Cancellation: 7 days prior to arrival Pets: Pets Allowed, Innkeepers pets on premises, Only one room is available for pets and must be crated. Pet sitting not offered - animal must stay with guests when they leave premises. Smoking: Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Afternoon Tea. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Afternoon Tea, Snacks/Refreshments, Restaurant off Premises, Wine and Catered private dinners available. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Modem Hook-Up, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Ceiling Fans, Clock Radio, Television, Desk, VCR, Hot Tub/Spa, DVD, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board and Dish Network. Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Computers, PC, Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Fireplace, Limited Handicap Access, Television, Hot Tub/Spa, VCR, Gift Shop, DVD, Refrigerator, Ice machine, Microwave and Evening snacks. Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Gym Nearby, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Flexible Check in/out Times, Multiple day discounts and Government rates.
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Spa Services |
On-Site Spa Services: Cosmetics, Facials, Fitness Center, Hair Care, Manicures/Pedicures and Massages.
Off-Site Spa Services Available
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Discounts |
Special Discounts: Elopement Package/Mayberry Weddings, Wine Country Specials, Mid-week discounts, Limousine Wine Tours, Girlfriend Get-a-way, Weekend Getaway Special, Scavenger Hunt in Mayberry (6/1/2007 through 10/31/2008), Victorian Christmas (11/15/2008 through 12/30/2008). See Web site for details.  - 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 Anytime except holiday and festival weekends, subject to availabilty
Travel Club Discounts: 30% off Jan. 2 to Dec. 30, Sunday through Wednesday.
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Reunions, Seminars, Meetings, Weddings and Romantic Getaways. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Tennis, Wineries and Town of fictional "Mayberry".
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Historic Interest |
Built in 1901 by Mr. Merritt who made his own bricks, along with the wood workings of Mr. Tesh, known for his intricate style of presenting woods. Historic Awards: State Register (Granted), Local Register (Granted), State Historical Site (Granted) and City Historical Site (Granted). Historic Memberships: State Historical Society. Historic sites nearby: Civil War Battlefield (15 miles), Trail of Tears (25 miles), Jeb Stewart birthplace and home (20 miles), Eng and Chang Bunker Home (5 miles), Gertrude Smith Museum (1 block)
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Romantic Interest |
 Romance is in the air as you "Step back in Time". Inn has Jacuzzi tubs in two of the large rooms, along with flowers, chocolates and the Victorian Style.
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