I can't say enough great things about this B&B. We've stayed at a lot of them, and this is one of the best.

The property is beautifully maintained and the rooms are spotless. And you can't beat the location--It's in a lovely neighborhood (Montford Historic District) that's just an easy, 20-minute walk into town.

Innkeepers Nancy and Larry Merrill are very welcoming and helpful. We were amazed when they told us they hadn't even been doing this a full two years. Everything seemed to run so smoothly.

And you won't go hungry staying here. The food is amazing. Every three-course breakfast starts with a homemade quick bread. We were there for three nights, so we enjoyed (Ghirandelli) chocolate chip bread the first morning, date walnut bread the next, and citrus bread on our last day, all of which were delicious. Then came house-made granola with yogurt and fresh fruit (and different combinations of fruit each day, no less). And finally, the main event. While we were there, we got to try the strawberry french toast (outstanding!), quiche (amazing!), and blueberry pancakes (to die for). And the coffee is great, too.

After eating that breakfast, we didn't need lunch; it lasted us until late afternoon, which is when Nancy and Larry put out a very nice spread of cheese and crackers, red and white wine, and something sweet like homemade apple cake and/or brownies. And if that's still not enough for you, there are bowls full of Hershey's miniatures in all the public areas.

We felt quite pampered and at ease here. Our biggest challenge? Trying to save room for dinner at some of Asheville's terrific restaurants.

What a spectacular place as well as spectacular hosts. Larry and Nancy could not possibly have done more to make us comfotable. Bring your appetites as the breakfasts were great. The wine and cheese at five gave us an opportunity to mingle with other guests as well as our hosts. The stay was provided by our children to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversay and we couldn't possibly have had a better time. We will be back!'

It was my second visit to the Applewood Manor and this last experience was just as wonderful as the first. Nancy and Larry Merrill are the perfect hosts and you are made to feel very much at home from the moment you arrive.
Breakfast is a special treat with simply delicious food prepared by Nancy and served up with Southern charm and humor by husband Larry.
Their beautiful 100 year old home is the perfect location if visiting Asheville or the Biltmore. And, provided you visit in season as we did, you can pick apples in the back yard!

1st time in a B & B and we weren't quite sure what to expect.
We booked for 4 nights. Everything about this inn was perfection.
We could park right on the grounds. Very quiet street even though close to downtown. The house is immaculate clean and very well appointed with fire places in every room, beautiful antique furnishings and fresh flowers. The breakfasts were homeade delight (with china and crystal)- after 4 mornings, we never had the same thing twice. The back yard is like a park - there are flowers everywhere and apples you can eat right from the tree. Nancy and Larry were wonderful hosts, we felt like old friends when we left. Highly recommend this inn.
Wynona from Texas