Hosts: Jim & Linda Palmer (click here to meet them)
Guestrooms: 5
Address: 276 Montford Avenue, Asheville, North Carolina 28801 USA
Click here for location.
Telephone: 828-255-ROSE (7673),
1-800-546-6988
Activities/Attractions: The City of Asheville, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina offers visitors the charm of a small city along with a stimulating urban environment. Asheville has a vibrant downtown filled with restaurants, galleries, craft and antique shops and a collection of Art Deco architecture. Whatever the season or the reason for your visit, Asheville is sure to have something special to offer.
- Mountain adventure of the most diverse kind awaits your visit to
Asheville
- The Blue Ridge Parkway
- A thriving arts community
- Biltmore Estate
- Downtown, with its funky charm and secrets to be discovered,
awaits
- Day trips to surrounding towns and attractions
- Plan a trip of cultural discovery to explore the homes of our
nation’s great writers
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Take in the history of mountain music
Click here for a detailed list of Asheville attractions.
"Wow ... what a wonderful way to spend our first night together. We just became Mr. and Mrs. and your hospitality helped make this most memorable night so special. We look forward to the rest of our honeymoon in Charleston, SC, but we will surely return to the Lion and the Rose in the future."
"The time that we shared at your establishment will surely be in our hearts and our memories for years to come. Some days I find myself wondering if what I'm doing is making a difference. If you find yourself wondering the same, rest assured, it is! You and your husband have been given the gift of hospitality and those of us fortunate enough to experience it, are forever grateful. May all that you do come back to you 100 fold. Thank you for being so generous and gracious."
"One year (and 38 pages in this memory book) later we returned to the place where we spent our first day of marriage. We found the Lion and the Rose to be today, just as our memories said it would be - filled with warmth and hospitality, waiting for us with welcoming arms. We returned this year to relive those special memories and so we will return again."
“Being pampered is not the lifestyle we chose with eight children, but when they chose The Lion & The Rose for our 40th wedding anniversary they chose the perfect gift. The hospitality, the accommodations, and the food are all unforgettable.”
“Elegant without being pretentious, warm & comfortable, and there’s great food. You have it exactly right. They will come (& come back).”
"This was my first time in a B&B. The inn was lovely, the food was fabulous! Great hosts! Five Stars!"
"Fantastic Place! One of the best B&Bs we’ve stayed in …definitely our first choice when visiting Asheville."
"We loved our room, so comfortable & beautiful. Thank you for such a lovely place to stay."
"Not just a B&B, but chicken soup as well. Thanks for looking after a weary traveler in your special house."
“Our stay ended far too soon. This is a beautiful and warm and elegant inn – truly exceptional.”
“This was the perfect escape! We enjoyed the wonderful breakfast, room and exceptional service.”
“I am both delighted and envious! What a combination of feelings … first - your hospitality is exceptional, but I want this precious inn – such a jewel!”
"Everything sparkles! Delicious breakfast … sorry not to be able to eat it all … huge portions."
“Our first introduction to the Carolinas, and what a way to start! This is a beautiful house and the hospitality is first class."
"What a fitting retreat for the second stop on our honeymoon! If you want to re-live a slice of happiness, you'll follow the same Carolina Blue Sky to Asheville, drop by the Biltmore House for a bit of nostalgia, wine and dine at the Sunset Terrace as the evening begins and toast a private toast on the balcony of the bridal suite as the evening ends. This is the ambiance created at the Lion and the Rose!"
"One can always feel the warmth of a house, where care has made it a home. Like a new dress for a little girl - each ruffle carefully pressed, each bow neatly tied. Your beautiful lady wears her new dress as proudly as the little girl she once was. We are happy to share in your glowing pride, and sit a while with a warm and gracious lady. Keep the porch light burning - we will call again!"
“Our stay has been worth more than money and words. We were treated with wonderful hospitality, incredibly prepared food, gracious warmth, and a real feeling of home. All the special attention will not be forgotten.”
“As we explore a new love for each other, one of our fondest memories was here.”
“I write romance fiction and am already imagining a lovely scene at your inn. In fact, I envisioned the opening scene while relaxing in the Marion Hall room. My editors are enthusiastic about my latest idea.”
“Wonderful home, great bed, breakfasts that started the day right! Please feel free to adopt us.”
“Hospitality with a capital H. Loved being here for our 15th wedding anniversary.”
General Information: Welcome to The Lion and the Rose Bed & Breakfast Inn in Asheville, North Carolina ... an exceptional value in the heart of Asheville’s Montford Historic District. This beautiful pink lady, sitting at the top of a sloping lawn and gardens, offers privacy and enchantment amid luxurious surroundings. The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast is within walking distance of downtown Asheville and all of its restaurants, shops, and galleries.
With only five guest rooms – four on the second floor and the suite encompassing the entire third floor – your privacy & intimacy are guaranteed. Your needs and wishes are not just met, they are anticipated. Room and Inn amenities include:
- Full Gourmet Breakfast
- Queen-size bed in all rooms
- Television/DVD in all rooms
- Telephone in all rooms
- Hair dryers and fluffy towels in all rooms
- Luxurious Robes in all rooms
- Private Baths in all rooms
- Wireless Internet access in all rooms
- High embossed ceilings
- Gorgeous antiques and art
- Four fireplaces
- Original leaded & stained glass windows
- Golden tiger oak foyer and staircase
- The sitting parlor offers a relaxing place to read some old
books or some new magazines or catch up on the latest news of the
day
- The formal parlor has a beautiful bay window which overlooks the
verandah and gardens
Click here to view all 5 guestrooms and the rates.
Payment Accepted: Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover credit cards.
Rates: (Prices quoted in US Dollars).
$140-225/night
Delicious, full gourmet breakfasts - specially blended coffee, teas, home baked pastries, fresh fruit, and varied entrees daily included in the rate.
"Perfection is the only word that comes to mind. Thank you for a memorable experience in your gracious, warm and lovely B&B. You've thought of everything and breakfast was the best. Continued success!"
"We have traveled extensively and stayed in hotels around the world and Bed and Breakfasts all over the United States. Never have we seen a more perfect operation than The Lion and the Rose. The rooms are exquisite and the attention to detail is perfect. You have, by far, the best B&B we have ever seen and our high recommendations to others will be extremely enthusiastic! Thanks for a wonderful weekend."
"It was that 'stop the world, we want to get off' feeling that led us to the Lion and the Rose... and that is just what it felt like - time stood still, we had a chance to catch our breath, and remember who we are. It is so apparent how much you love this place. Thank you! And we will be back."
“You are very gracious hosts, the breakfasts and afternoon treats were scrumptious, our room was both elegant & cozy, and all in all our stay could not have been more delightful. I’ll tell all my friends!”
"We felt welcomed and at home the minute we walked in the door. Every detail is attended to: hot tea & coffee at the door in the morning, wonderful soaps, elegant decor, & sumptuous breakfasts."
“It is always a treat to visit Asheville. This trip was even more special to us because of your warmth & thoughtfulness. You pay attention to every detail.”
“We couldn’t have picked a better place to help celebrate our 30th! Quiet, comfortable & thoroughly relaxing.”
“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the inn. Jim & Linda are excellent hosts and made our stay very comfortable. The B&B is beautiful.”
“I loved the beautiful flowers everywhere and the chaise lounge for reading – a very relaxing place."
“Out of all the inns we have stayed, this has been our favorite! Thank you for such attention to detail & an amazing breakfast.”
“The Lion & The Rose is equal to any five star hotel – only more beautiful, quiet, and personal.”
“One of the best run B&Bs in greater Asheville.”
“Innkeepers Jim & Linda Palmer keep the heirloom gardens and five guest rooms looking gorgeous. The house couldn't have looked any better in 1898 than it does now.”