Grafton Lodge is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Lake Lure where guests can make the most of its garden and tennis court. There's a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. Providing a patio, each unit is air conditioned and provides a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while certain rooms here will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, fresh pastries, and pancakes are served for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. You can play squash at the bed and breakfast. Guests at Grafton Lodge can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Lake Lure Beach is a 10-minute walk from the accommodation, while Biltmore Estate is 29 miles away. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional, 27 miles from Grafton Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Lake Lure
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  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Very clean modern room. Host were very friendly, and served a phenomenal breakfast. Will return.
  • J
    Julie
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff communicated very well, I was able to check into my room with a code provided via text earlier than the specified check-in time. Breakfast was included and it was incredible, they have a chef that comes in and cooks breakfast, coffee,...
  • Michelle
    United States of America United States of America
    My husband and I loved the gourmet breakfast!! It was Amazing,! Kim and Rich the owners were super sweet and attentive to us..the room was super nice and intimate, we truly enjoyed our stay..Thank you Kim and Rich for the wonderful experience..

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

Company review score: 9.8Based on 248 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Grafton Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Racquetball
    Off-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Fast free Wifi 403 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests between 21 and 90 years old

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-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 accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Grafton Lodge

  • Room options at Grafton Lodge include:

    • Suite
    • Vacation Home

  • Check-in at Grafton Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Grafton Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Grafton Lodge is 0.9 miles from the center of Lake Lure. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Grafton Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Racquetball
    • Horseback riding

  • Guests staying at Grafton Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American