Experience Rustic elegance at its best in our Smoky Mountain bed and breakfast lodge. Built with 100 year old hand-hewn logs taken from old barns and cabins in the Smoky Mountains region, The River Lodge Bed and Breakfast provides North Carolina mountain lodging with a character all its own.
The lodge sits on 6 acres of manicured fields with several streams that flow into the Tuckasegee River. A cascading waterfall runs along side the inn. A standing forest of 100 year old pines are the backdrop. Rhododendron, Hemlocks and Fern line a long driveway that winds its way to the entrance. You can enjoy the view of the mountains from every direction.
As you enter through an oversized front door made of wormy chestnut, you will find yourself looking upon a massive stone fireplace which stands boldly in the greatroom. Its hearth beckons you to sit and stare at a glowing fire that dances before you. An eclectic blend of furnishings encourage you to relax and enjoy surroundings that warm your body and soul.
The innkeepers have paid much attention and detail in all the guest accommodations. Queen-sized, mountain-made log beds dressed with plush pillows and cozy comforters will help you get a good night's sleep. Each room features extraordinary accessories, wild life wood carvings, American Indian prints, mission oak, twig, and turn-of-the-century furnishings. Accommodations may have Cathedral beamed ceilings, views of the forest and meadow and some have the added splendor of a balcony.
Several private baths feature claw foot tubs and brass fixtures, as well as separate showers. Pedestal sinks that take you back in time suggest old-world charm with new-world conveniences. The suite offers a whirlpool for two and some guestrooms feature large showers for two. Scented soaps, plush towels and warm bright colors fill the rooms to make your bathing experience a delightful one. All the ceilings are wainscoted and the floors are made with local quarry stone.