“A historic, idyllic B&B set on 5 acres of mature gardens, along the Old Catawba River. Three elegant suites feature light cream colour schemes, antique furnishings and cosy fireplaces. Relax riverside on a hammock or on the wrap-around porch. A simply beautiful and serene hideaway!”

Recommended for

  • Hideaway

    • Escape from the city life on the covered deck overlooking the rushing river or relax outside on one of the hammocks
  • Total relaxation

    • Walk along the river’s edge, relax in the gazebo or in a rocking chair found on one of the wrap around porches
  • Groups

    • With just three rooms, the property is ideal for a small group to block book
  • Great walks

    • There are 25 miles of trails to explore in Lake James State Park, which is walking distance from the inn
  • Wine tasting

    • Visit Silver Fork Winery or South Creek Vineyards & Winery to taste local, delicious wines
  • Watersports

    • Lake James offers boating, swimming and fishing in its beautiful, clear waters
  • Mountain biking

    • 15 miles of trails in Lake James State Park are open to mountain biking
  • Historic

    • The inn is the oldest home in Burke County, first built in 1781
  • Intimate

    • There are just three suites offering a very intimate stay
  • Fishing

    • The river is a great place to catch and release fish
  • No restaurant

    • Continental breakfast is included in the price
  • Other Activities

    • Take a tour of the quaint chapel
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Linville Caverns
  • Views

    • Stunning river views
  • Child friendly

    • All ages are welcome
  • Country House

  • Sailing

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Traditional

  • Antiques

  • Riverside

  • B&B

Facilities

  • Rooms

    3 rooms in this hotel
  • No restaurant

    Continental breakfast is included in the price
  • Child friendly

    All ages are welcome
  • Views

    Stunning river views
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Library

  • Meeting Room

  • Parking

  • Garden

  • Wifi

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Concierge

  • Suites

Activities

  • Great walks

    • There are 25 miles of trails to explore in Lake James State Park, which is walking distance from the inn
  • Wine tasting

    • Visit Silver Fork Winery or South Creek Vineyards & Winery to taste local, delicious wines
  • Watersports

    • Lake James offers boating, swimming and fishing in its beautiful, clear waters
  • Mountain biking

    • 15 miles of trails in Lake James State Park are open to mountain biking
  • Fishing

    • The river is a great place to catch and release fish
  • Other Activities

    • Take a tour of the quaint chapel
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Linville Caverns
  • Sailing

Map & Location

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