The recipeint of AAA Four Diamonds, the Albemarle Inn is housed in a classic 1907 Southern mansion with English gardens. Period guest rooms offer clawfoot or whirlpool tubs with fragrant bath amenities, fine linens, fresh flowers and evening turndown service. Elegant canopy queen or king-size beds and a private balcony are special features of some rooms. Award-winning full gourmet breakfasts are served at private tables on the bright sunporch or cozy period dining room. Candlelight and soft music set the mood for a luxurious experience. Complimentary beverages and light hors d'oeuvres are served on the stone veranda overlooking the gardens or in the parlor by the glow of firelight from the huge marble fireplace. The Inn is located in the historic Grove Park section of Asheville. Take a late afternoon stroll past turn of the century mansions and craftsmen cottages of this beautifully preserved neighborhood. Minutes to Biltmore and downtown Asheville restaurants and shops.

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