Grafton Lodge

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Grafton Lodge in Lake Lure offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, wardrobe, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A complimentary American breakfast is served daily, featuring warm dishes, juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Special diet menus are available. Convenient Location: Located 44 km from Asheville Regional Airport, the property is a 12-minute walk from Lake Lure Beach. Hiking opportunities are nearby. Highly rated for breakfast and host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

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If you have any questions after booking, this property responds fast.

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

American

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Rodbee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Richard and Kim were delightful hosts full of funny anecdotes, local information, etc. The breakfasts were particularly outstanding prepared by Top Chef Richard. Nothing was too much trouble for Richard and Kim.”
Derek
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was perfect for what we needed Room was very clean and comfortable Excellent three days”
Maria
United States United States
“Room amenities were perfect. Innkeepers were warm and welcoming. Gave lots of great suggestions.”
Jeremie
Switzerland Switzerland
“It's rare to find a place where the hosts treat their guests so well. Stayed for 6 days. By the time we left it felt like home. Delicious breakfasts and lovely room. What else would one want?”
Terra
United States United States
“It was casual, but well kept and the room was very clean and inviting.”
Aaron
United States United States
“So Cozy! Bed is very comfortable and the place itself was very homey and cute. The breakfast served is top notch and made by a very talented chef. Super quiet setting and minutes to the lake ... walking.”
Thomas
United States United States
“The hosts were great. This was our third time staying there.”
Randall
United States United States
“Rich and Kim were great hosts and really went out of their way to point out all the great places to explore, restaurants to try and areas to visit. All of their recommendations were spot on. The cottage we rented was very spacious and the...”
Daniel
United States United States
“Location to restaurants and parks. Open space for relaxing.”
Harry
United States United States
“The B&B was close to everything but also secluded, quiet space. Not on the main drag. The grounds were lovely. And the breakfast was amazing.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Rich and Kim a husband/wife team both went to the same college in1989 at PSC.

Company review score: 9.8Based on 114 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Inn Keeper's Rich and Kim both went to Paul Smiths college in upstate New York. Rich went for a Culinary degree and Kim went for Hotel and Restaurant Management degree. The property was purchased in 2015 and upgrades the breakfast room and the guest room's happen periodically, There is a Breakfast room and outdoor areas for the guest to enjoy. The owners have worked in many areas of the Hotel and Restaurant industry through out their life's. They have settled in Lake Lure to finally enjoy this chapter in life. They very much look forward in having you as their guest and assisting you in your travel needs.

Property information

The lodge is situated in the quiet town of Lake Lure, NC. The heart of Lake Lure is 500 yards away. The property is nestled on the mountainside on a quiet country road. The road is assessable for walking. It is a 7 minute walk down to the beach area. The Grafton Lodge is 2 miles from Chimney Rock Town and State Park. There are plenty of outdoor actives such as hiking trails & zip lining. The Grafton is also nearby a vineyards, craft beer breweries and antiquing. If you need some outdoor therapy then the Grafton Lodge is your perfect space.

Neighbourhood information

We are nestled in the Appalachian Mountains it is the Western part of North Carolina. Lake Lure is close to Asheville, NC. This is where Biltmore Estates is located. We are near the Blue Ridge Parkway which is a beautiful scenic road for vehicles. Also there are many hiking trails ranging from an easy and medium all the way up to hard trails. Many trails have waterfalls. The area also has Bouldering and Rock Climbing. Many Craft Breweries and Vineyards that are winning National awards are in the area. There are great restaurants ranging from low key local fare to gourmet. There is plenty for you to experience in the area to help make your trip a time to remember. Come have the time of your life!

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 2 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 90
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Pets are only permitted in select rooms. These rooms have "pet friendly" included at the end of the room name.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.