Set in Rutherfordton, Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. The property features garden and city views. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, each unit also comes with a cable flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk and a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, the units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy tennis on-site, or go cycling or walking tours in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 80 km from Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free 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 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Rutherfordton
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  • R
    Ramona
    United States United States
    The breakfast was excellent. Very professionally prepared and served. Jim and Russell were great hosts and made us feel right at home. Look forward to a Christmas trip to see this beautiful home decorated for Christmas.
  • Scott
    United States United States
    Great stay there, beautiful old home lots of history. Very well appointed great central location to restaurants and the downtown. Breakfasts were outstanding much better than having to go out and way way better than chain hotel complimentary...
  • Linda
    United States United States
    IT was the ownership doing there best to make our trip a great experience.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Russell Knight & Jim Masek, Owners/Innkeepers along with Watson & Ranger

Company review score: 9.9Based on 38 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Jim Masek and Russell Knight are the new innkeepers of the Carrier Houses B&B as of May 2017 along with Watson and Ranger, their rescue dogs and resident greeters. Jim and Russell moved from Columbia, SC where Jim has worked in the hospitality field for over 10 years as such hotels as DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Clarion Hotel and various limited service hotels such as Days Inn, Sleep Inn and Country Inn & Suites. Jim loves to cook and be creative in the kitchen using local ingredients and sharing the “Farm to Table” experience with the guests. Russell has worked for the SC Dept of Education in Grants Administration as well as running a non-profit in Columbia. Russell loves to chat with the guests at breakfast to help them plan their day.

Property information

The Carrier Houses B&B consists of 2 historic homes, both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Carrier-McBrayer house was built by Harvey Carrier in 1835 and the Carrier-Ward House, in 1879. There is a total of (8) bedrooms, all with private baths, individually controlled thermostats, Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs with cable and deluxe amenities. You’ll find complimentary coffees and teas all day along with fresh baked cookies. Relax on the wide, front porch in our comfy rockers to watch the comings and goings of small town NC. Nothing beats being on Main Street. There are quaint shops and great restaurant within walking distance. Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, the Tryon Equestrian Center and the Blue Ridge mountains are just a short drive, let us help you plan your trip. Let us cook a delicious, farm-to-table breakfast with fresh farm eggs, local sausage and vegetables. Please call us for more information or assistance in planning your getaway. We look forward to seeing you!

Neighbourhood information

Upon our first visit to Rutherfordton in 2015, we experienced the warmth of the people, the renaissance of their history, the variety of restaurants, the scenic vistas, the comfortable climate, and many more first impressions. We'd be delighted to share it all with you.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 06:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast

  • The prices at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast is 100 yards from the centre of Rutherfordton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Double
    • Triple

  • Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Games room
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Walking tours
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live music/performance
    • Bike tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Check-in at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.